Start your engineering career or take your mechanical skills in a new direction.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice PCV Mechanic to join our team in Ardrishaig.
Whether you're leaving school, looking for a career change, or already working in an automotive, agricultural, marine, plant, HGV or engineering environment, this is an opportunity to develop specialist skills while earning a recognised qualification.
As an Apprentice PCV Mechanic with West Coast Motors, you'll learn from experienced engineers while helping to maintain and repair the buses and coaches that keep communities connected across Scotland. You'll gain hands-on experience working on a wide range of vehicles and systems, building the skills needed for a long and rewarding career in engineering.
About the role
This is a structured apprenticeship combining practical workshop experience with formal training.
Working alongside experienced PCV Engineers, you'll learn how to inspect, service, maintain and repair buses and coaches while working towards a recognised qualification in Heavy Goods and Public Service Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (SCQF Level 7) through GTG in Glasgow.
As your skills develop, you'll gain experience in:
- Routine vehicle servicing and maintenance
- Vehicle inspections and fault diagnosis
- Mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems
- Engine and gearbox removal and replacement
- Brake, steering and suspension systems
- Workshop safety procedures and industry standards
- Modern diagnostic equipment and repair techniques
No two days are the same, and you'll be supported every step of the way by experienced colleagues committed to helping you succeed.
About you
You don't need previous bus or coach engineering experience to apply.
We're looking for people who are eager to learn, enjoy practical work and have an interest in mechanics and engineering.
You may be:
- A school leaver looking to begin a skilled trade
- A college student seeking a hands-on engineering career
- Someone considering a change of career
- Working in another mechanical or engineering discipline and looking to specialise in bus and coach engineering
You’ll ideally:
- Have a genuine interest in mechanics, engineering or how things work
- Enjoy practical, hands-on tasks
- Be willing to learn new skills and take on challenges
- Have good attention to detail
- Be reliable, punctual and safety-conscious
- Work well as part of a team
- Take pride in doing a job well
Why Join West Coast Motors?
We are committed to investing in the next generation of engineers and providing opportunities for people to build long-term careers within our business.
We offer:
- A structured apprenticeship leading to a recognised qualification
- Practical, hands-on training with experienced PCV Engineers
- Dedicated support throughout your apprenticeship
- Experience working on a modern fleet of buses and coaches
- A friendly and supportive team environment
- The opportunity to earn while you learn
- Excellent long-term career prospects within West Coast Motors
Successful apprentices may progress into qualified engineering positions and continue developing their skills through further training and development opportunities.
Safety is at the heart of what we do. As a safety-critical business, all roles play a part in keeping our people and passengers safe, and offers of employment are subject to a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
West Coast Motors is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and at all stages of their careers.
