Apprenticeship
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering (Mechatronics Maintenance) over 36 months.
- Develop hands-on skills in mechanical and electrical maintenance, PLC operations, and CAD design.
- The first 12 months are a full-time residential programme, with subsequent years combining HNC study with on-the-job training.
- Requires a minimum of 3 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) including Maths, English, and Science/Technology.
- Applications must have all required qualifications verified by 16 July 2027.
About the Role
This apprenticeship offers a chance to become a multi-skilled maintenance technician in Mechatronics Maintenance, working with cutting-edge automation and robotics.
What You'll Do
As a Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) Apprentice, you will:
- Maintain a wide range of equipment.
- Uphold Health and Safety best practices.
- Carry out proactive and preventative maintenance.
- Perform reactive repairs and fault diagnosis.
- Use tools to maximise equipment effectiveness.
- Make modifications and upgrades to existing equipment.
- Work on continuous improvement projects.
Skills You'll Develop
You will build in-demand engineering skills, including:
- Fault diagnosis and preventative maintenance
- Mechanical device maintenance, and fluid power systems assembly and testing
- Electrical equipment wiring and testing
- Hydraulics and pneumatics
- Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) operations
- CAD design and 3D printing
Training and Development
- You will work towards an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering (Mechatronics Maintenance).
- The first 12 months involve a full-time residential programme at external training provider facilities or Amazon training centres. Accommodation and travel expenses will be supported if you live outside a commutable distance.
- Later years will combine day or block-release study for your HNC in Engineering or Mechatronics with on-the-job training at Fulfilment Centres, Sortation Centres, or Delivery Stations.
Working Hours
This role supports a 24/7 operation, so you will work shifts covering days, nights, and weekends.
Entry Requirements
To qualify for this programme, you must:
- Be 18 years or over before the start date (September 2027).
- Have the right to live and work in Wales at the point of enrolment (June 2027).
- Have lived in the UK or EEA for the last 3 years prior to the start date.
- Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2027 or later.
- Be prepared to travel for external/mandatory training.
- Have a minimum of 3 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above (or equivalent), including Maths, English, and a Science or Technology subject.
- Not already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship.
Application Deadline
Candidates must provide proof of all required qualifications by 16 July 2027.
Progression
This apprenticeship trains you for roles such as mechatronic maintenance technician, maintenance engineer, mechanical fitter, and electrical engineer, with opportunities for progression within RME and across Amazon.