Bus and Coach Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
First Bus
Role overview
About this role
First Bus offers a paid, hands-on route into engineering where you can earn while you learn and build a long-term career with a major UK transport company. You don’t need prior experience,and you’ll receive full training and support to become a qualified Mechanical/Electrical Engineer.
Job details
Compensation
Paid opportunity
Closing date
20 June 2026
Working hours
Typically, Monday - Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm. Shifts may be different depending on company needs.
Standard
Bus and coach engineering technician (level 3)
Level 3Location
Lawrence Hill, Bristol, BS5 0BT
Posted
11 June 2026
Skills required
What they're looking for
Company
First Bus
First Bus offers engineering or operations work where safety, quality, practical problem-solving, documentation, and teamwork are usually important.
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Role insight
Preparing for First Bus
Strong examples include hands-on projects, analytical thinking, safe working, process improvement, and communicating technical ideas clearly.
- Use examples that show how you diagnosed a problem, tested options, and checked the result.
- Mention safety, quality, and documentation where relevant.
- For placement roles, show enthusiasm for learning from technicians, engineers, and operators.
Role overview
About this role
First Bus offers a paid, hands-on route into engineering where you can earn while you learn and build a long-term career with a major UK transport company. You don’t need prior experience,and you’ll receive full training and support to become a qualified Mechanical/Electrical Engineer.
