The aim of this Apprenticeship is to train new entrants and upskill the existing workforce to the industry recognised standard of competency in Bus and Coach Engineering and Maintenance (BACEM) and to meet the industry’s current and future skills needs by supporting retention, motivation and performance.

Jobs roles covered by this Apprenticeship at level 2 are bus/coach mechanical service technician; bus/coach electrical service technician and bus/coach body repairer. At level 2 bus/coach technicians undertake routine activities using a range of tools and equipment to ensure that the bus or coach is in good working order. Job roles covered by this Apprenticeship at level 3 include bus/coach mechanical maintenance and repair technician; bus/coach electrical maintenance and repair technician; bus/coach body builder and repairer; bus/coach diagnostic technician. At level 3 bus/coach technicians diagnose and rectify more complex bus or coach faults.