Apprentice Bus and Coach Mechanic

West Coast Motors (Oban); Oban; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A transport services company in Oban is seeking a motivated Apprentice PCV Mechanic to join their busy workshop. The role involves gaining hands-on experience and working toward a recognized qualification in Heavy Goods and Public Service Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. Ideal candidates should have an interest in vehicle mechanics, be reliable, and possess good practical skills. Long-term career opportunities available upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Benefits

Structured apprenticeship with recognized qualification

Hands-on training with experienced PCV Engineers

Supportive team environment

Long-term career opportunities

Qualifications

• Motivated school leavers or individuals looking for a career change.
• Genuine interest in PCV systems and standards.
• Ability to work within a team.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience while working towards a qualification.
• Learn about service, maintenance, and repair of vehicles.
• Involved in removing and replacing major components.

Skills

Interest in vehicle mechanics and engineering

Reliability

Practical skills

Attention to detail

Job description

We are looking for a motivated Apprentice PCV Mechanic to join our busy workshop in Oban. This opportunity would suit school leavers as well as individuals looking for a change in career, including some other mechanical discipline who wish to move into bus and coach (PCV) engineering.

About the role

You will work alongside our experienced PCV engineers to gain hands‑on experience while working towards a recognised qualification in Heavy Goods and Public Service Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (SCQF Level 7) through GTG in Glasgow.

About you

The successful candidate will be based within the mechanical workshop and will be involved in learning about the service, maintenance and repair of vehicles including removal and replacement of major components such as engines and gearboxes.

You will:

• Have a genuine interest in vehicle mechanics and engineering
• Be open to learning PCV systems and standards
• Be reliable, punctual, and able to work well within a team
• Have good practical skills and good attention to detail

What we offer

• A structured apprenticeship with a recognised qualification
• Practical, hands‑on training with experienced PCV Engineers
• Supportive team environment
• Long‑term career opportunities within the business on successful completion of the apprenticeship

West Coast Motors is an equal opportunities employer and will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or age.