Apprentice Bus and Coach Technician

GTG Training Limited; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job description

Are you ready to come on a journey with us? At McGill’s we are dynamic, enthusiastic and developing all the time, working to build the largest independently owned bus company in the UK.

To continue our success and growth we need the best people, and that means we need you! If you want to make your mark by taking the next step in your career then we have the opportunities you could be looking for.

GTG Training are recruiting for an Apprentice Bus and Coach Mechanic and an Apprentice Bus and Coach Builder on behalf of McGill's Buses. This is a fantastic opportunity for those who are ready to advance their career within the automotive industry.

The Modern Apprenticeship Programmes allow apprentices to work full time and earn while they learn putting theory into practice within a training environment. As well as attending the training centre for week block release of training, regular assessment and reviews will be undertaken within the apprentice's own workplace which aims to ensure they have the required skills to successfully complete their apprenticeship.

What Might a Typical Day in this Job look like?

You will be based within the garage workshop in Larbert and will be involved in learning all aspects of vehicle repair and maintenance.

Apprentice Bus and Coach Technician - Examples of units covered:

• Materials, fabrication, tools and measuring devices used in the automotive environment
• Inspection of heavy vehicles
• Diagnosing and rectifying chassis units including pneumatic braking systems and components
• Diagnosing and rectifying vehicle engine and component faults, vehicle transmission and component faults and vehicle electrical system faults
• Isolating and re-energising high voltage systems on an electric vehicle
• Ensuring your own actions reduce risks to health and safety
• Contributing to workplace good housekeeping

Apprentice Bus and Coach Body Repair Technician - Examples of units covered:

• Use of hand tools and equipment in motor vehicle engineering
• Removing and replacing motor vehicle body panels
• Repairing major motor vehicle exterior body panels
• Identifying and rectifying motor vehicle body misalignment
• Motor vehicle body MIG/MAG welding operations
• Motor vehicle body resistance spot welding operations
• Motor vehicle body MIG brazing operations

What will I learn?

Regular assessment and reviews will be undertaken within the apprentice's own workplace with dedicated mentors from GTG and the apprentice’s workplace, which aims to ensure they have the required skills to successfully complete their apprenticeship.

You will train through GTG to SCQF Level 7 in Heavy Goods and Public Service Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or SCQF Level 6 in Vehicle Body Repair and Maintenance.

What qualifications or qualities are required?

You must have or expect to gain National 4 or above in English, Maths, and either a Science or Technical Subject.

What personal qualities are required?

• We are looking for candidates who want to kickstart their career in the automotive industry and who are keen to learn.
• You must be dedicated and have a proactive approach to your work and learning.
• You are able to prioritise and work to timelines.
• A willingness to work in a practical environment using your own initiative.
• A full UK Driving licence preferred but not essential.
• If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.

Applications will be considered as they are received and therefore adverts may close early due to high volume.

Are you ready to become an apprentice and start learning and earning? Apply now