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Arriva Mechanical & Electrical Bus Technician Apprenticeship Opportunity

Learnerships Engineering
Location KwaZulu-Natal

Arriva is offering a 4-year Mechanical and Electrical Bus Technician apprenticeship in Maidstone, KwaZulu-Natal. The role involves inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing diverse bus systems while working alongside an experienced team towards a Level 3 qualification.

About this opportunity

Arriva is seeking an Apprentice Mechanical and Electrical Bus Technician to be based at the Maidstone depot in KwaZulu-Natal. This full-time position involves receiving comprehensive training to inspect, diagnose, repair, and test equipment and systems on buses from various manufacturers.

The work involves a range of tasks, from replacing simple parts to solving complex faults using advanced diagnostic equipment. As technologies evolve, the role requires adapting to new vehicles and fuel types, giving the apprentice exposure across a wide range of engineering disciplines.

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Responsibilities

  • Inspect, diagnose, and record defects to the applicable standard.
  • Carry out road worthiness inspections specific to the trade.
  • Use diagnostic principles based on logical analysis to solve mechanical and electrical faults.
  • Attend and assess roadside incidents.
  • Contribute to safe, clean, and reliable bus services for customers.
  • Understand the operational perspective of the business.

Requirements

  • GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) at Grade C / Level 3 minimum.
  • An inquisitive mindset with a love for solving problems.
  • A willingness to work with different bus manufacturers and emerging technologies.
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Benefits

  • Qualification: Works towards a Bus and Coach Technician Level 3 qualification with a Mech/Elec specialism.
  • Training: 5-day training blocks every 6 weeks at the partner’s workshop in Wolverhampton.
  • Salary: Competitive hourly rates: £8.00/hour (under 18), £10.85/hour (18–20), £12.71/hour (21+).
  • Growth: Develop skills to become a skilled Bus Engineer with support and mentorship from an experienced team.
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