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The Bus, Coach & HGV Service and Maintenance Technician (Level 2) apprenticeship has been designed to meet the demands of today's heavy vehicle industry. Replacing the previous apprenticeship standard, it delivers a more comprehensive approach to developing competent technicians through continuous assessment and practical workplace learning.
Over 24 months, apprentices develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to carry out the complete Repair, Maintenance and Inspection (RMI) role, covering modern vehicle technologies including diesel, battery electric, hydrogen fuel cell and gas-powered vehicles.
By qualifying technicians sooner and providing a clear progression route into specialist Level 3 diagnostics, the programme helps employers build a stronger, more capable workforce for the future.
Apprentices develop competence across the full Repair, Maintenance and Inspection role, including:
Build a Stronger Technician Pipeline
The new Bus, Coach & HGV Service and Maintenance Technician (Level 2) apprenticeship has been designed to better reflect today's workshop environment. Apprentices qualify sooner, train on modern vehicle technologies and demonstrate competence throughout the programme, helping employers develop skilled technicians with confidence.
The new apprenticeship standard has been developed to better match the day-to-day responsibilities of heavy vehicle technicians. It covers the complete Repair, Maintenance and Inspection (RMI) role, includes modern vehicle technologies, and replaces the previous end-point assessment model with blended, continuous assessment throughout the programme.
Instead of relying on a single assessment at the end of the apprenticeship, apprentices build evidence of competence throughout the programme.
Assessment includes:
This approach allows competence to be recognised when it is demonstrated and removes the professional discussion that formed part of the previous apprenticeship
The new apprenticeship helps employers by:
Learning is integrated into day-to-day workshop activity.
Throughout the programme:
This helps make assessment part of the normal working rhythm rather than something completed only at the end of training
Once apprentices complete the programme, they become qualified Repair, Maintenance and Inspection (RMI) Technicians.
They can then progress onto the new Level 3 Diagnostics apprenticeship, allowing them to develop specialist diagnostic knowledge after establishing strong practical maintenance skills.
Our apprenticeship programmes are designed around the skills employers need in today's heavy vehicle workshops, helping apprentices develop competence that translates directly into the workplace.
We work closely with employers throughout the apprenticeship, providing regular communication and support to help apprentices progress and succeed.
Our specialist trainers combine technical expertise with practical industry knowledge to deliver engaging learning that supports both apprentices and employers.
We work alongside employers, mentors and apprentices throughout the programme to ensure learning is aligned with workplace requirements and business goals.
Apprenticeships help employers develop skilled technicians from within, supporting workforce planning and creating a sustainable talent pipeline.
The new apprenticeship provides a clear route from Level 2 into specialist Level 3 diagnostics, helping employers retain and develop talent for the future.
Build a stronger workforce with an apprenticeship designed for today's heavy vehicle industry.
The Bus, Coach & HGV Service and Maintenance Technician (Level 2) apprenticeship helps employers develop competent technicians through practical workplace learning and continuous assessment. Apprentices qualify in 24 months, gain experience across diesel, battery electric, hydrogen fuel cell and gas-powered vehicles, and complete a qualification that reflects the full Repair, Maintenance and Inspection role.
With a clear progression pathway into specialist Level 3 diagnostics, the programme supports long-term workforce development while helping your business build capability for the future.
Why we chose Remit? Automotive is the core for Remit..it’s also their ability to change. The automotive industry is changing massively and it’s changing quicker and quicker and Remit have that ability to change and it’s driven all the way through. We’ve worked with the Scottish arm of the business for some years now and we’ve found that relationship to be really productive so my thoughts would be that would spread across the business, and my thoughts would be correct.
Remit are a fantastic fit to us within our vision and values, they are flexible to help us build the programme that’s really right for us... that’s been the strongest point for us that’s made this partnership really work.
It’s been about 9 years we’ve been in partnership for which has been an absolutely unbelievable journey. We work in absolute unity with Remit, they’ve worked with us to really understand our culture, our DNA, what’s needed for our people, the Development Coaches talk in our language, they really understand Stonegate as a business and that’s a partnership.
Apprenticeships represent a key investment for the future of Scania and the wider automotive industry. We are delighted to have been able to select Remit Training as our new training provider and look forward to welcoming the next generation of apprentices into our dealer network.
Discover how the Bus, Coach & HGV Service and Maintenance Technician (Level 2) apprenticeship can help you develop skilled technicians for today's workshops.
Whether you're recruiting new talent, strengthening your existing workforce or planning for future fleet technologies, our team can help you understand how the new apprenticeship fits your business.
Complete the enquiry form and one of our apprenticeship specialists will be in touch to discuss your workforce needs and next steps.
Do you enjoy solving practical problems and want a career working on some of the UK's most advanced heavy vehicles?
The Bus, Coach & HGV Service and Maintenance Technician Level 2 Apprenticeship is your opportunity to develop the skills needed to maintain and repair modern commercial vehicles. Throughout the programme, you'll gain hands-on experience working with diesel, battery electric, hydrogen fuel cell and gas-powered vehicles, while learning from experienced industry professionals.
With continuous assessment throughout the programme, you'll build your confidence in the workplace and achieve a recognised qualification that prepares you for a rewarding career in the heavy vehicle industry.
Get confident that you can:
Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll build your skills and demonstrate your competence through a blend of practical and knowledge-based assessments.
Learn to inspect, service and maintain buses, coaches and HGVs with hands-on training and expert support.
If you're interested in engineering, enjoy practical work and want to build a career in the commercial vehicle industry, this apprenticeship is the perfect place to start. You'll train with experienced technicians, work on modern heavy vehicles and develop the skills needed to keep fleets safe, reliable and on the road.
Gain practical experience servicing and maintaining a wide range of commercial vehicles, including buses, coaches and HGVs. Throughout the programme, you'll work with diesel, battery electric, hydrogen fuel cell and gas-powered vehicles while learning safe working practices and industry-standard maintenance techniques.
You'll combine hands-on workplace experience with structured training and online learning. Throughout the apprenticeship you'll:
After successfully completing the apprenticeship, you'll achieve the Level 2 Bus, Coach & HGV Service and Maintenance Technician qualification.
You'll be ready to begin your career as a qualified repair, maintenance and inspection technician, with opportunities to progress into specialist roles or continue your development through the Level 3 Diagnostics Apprenticeship.
This version is fully aligned with the Bus, Coach & HGV apprenticeship and focuses on the vehicles, technologies and progression routes specific to that programme.
Throughout the programme you'll benefit from:
You’ll get paid from day one while learning a trade that’s in high demand.
You’ll work on real heavy vehicles - learning practical skills that matter to employers.
You’ll have a personal coach, a workplace mentor, and full access to learning tools and resources.
You’ll finish with a nationally recognised qualification and the skills to grow in the commercial vehicle industry.
Whether you stay in a technician role or go into diagnostics, electric vehicles, or leadership - this apprenticeship is just the beginning.
Tap into a broad range of available roles in businesses like Volvo, Scania, Royal Mail and more to future proof your career.
Gain the skills, confidence and experience to become a qualified Bus, Coach & HGV Service and Maintenance Technician.
This apprenticeship is designed to help you succeed from day one. You'll learn in a real working environment, develop practical skills on modern commercial vehicles and be supported by experienced trainers throughout your journey.
Whether you're starting your career or looking for a hands-on alternative to further education, you'll earn while you learn and build a nationally recognised qualification that opens the door to long-term opportunities in the heavy vehicle industry.
Why we chose Remit? Automotive is the core for Remit..it’s also their ability to change. The automotive industry is changing massively and it’s changing quicker and quicker and Remit have that ability to change and it’s driven all the way through. We’ve worked with the Scottish arm of the business for some years now and we’ve found that relationship to be really productive so my thoughts would be that would spread across the business, and my thoughts would be correct.
Remit are a fantastic fit to us within our vision and values, they are flexible to help us build the programme that’s really right for us... that’s been the strongest point for us that’s made this partnership really work.
It’s been about 9 years we’ve been in partnership for which has been an absolutely unbelievable journey. We work in absolute unity with Remit, they’ve worked with us to really understand our culture, our DNA, what’s needed for our people, the Development Coaches talk in our language, they really understand Stonegate as a business and that’s a partnership.
Apprenticeships represent a key investment for the future of Scania and the wider automotive industry. We are delighted to have been able to select Remit Training as our new training provider and look forward to welcoming the next generation of apprentices into our dealer network.
Take the first step towards a career maintaining buses, coaches and HGVs.
Complete the form and one of our apprenticeship team will be in touch to discuss the programme, answer your questions and help you find the right opportunity.
Whether you're leaving school, changing career or looking for a practical route into engineering, we're here to help you get started.
