Apprenticeship
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering (Mechatronics Maintenance) with Amazon.
- Develop skills in mechanical and electrical maintenance, PLC operations, and CAD design.
- Work towards an HNC in Engineering or Mechatronics alongside practical on-the-job training.
- Must have a minimum of 3 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) including Maths, English, and Science/Technology.
- Qualification certificates must be provided by 16 July 2027.
About the Role
Amazon is seeking apprentices fascinated by the mechanics behind automated systems, who want to master both electrical and mechanical engineering while working with cutting-edge technology.
What You'll Do
As an RME Mechatronics Apprentice, you will:
- Help maintain a wide range of equipment.
- Uphold Health and Safety best practice.
- Keep colleagues safe, prevent downtime, and improve equipment availability and quality.
- Carry out proactive and preventative maintenance.
- Perform reactive repairs and fault diagnosis in a live distribution warehouse.
- Use the latest tools to maximise equipment effectiveness.
- Make modifications and upgrades to existing equipment.
- Work on continuous improvement projects and suggest long-term improvements.
Skills You'll Develop
Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll build a broad, in-demand engineering skillset, 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
The Apprenticeship Programme
- You will work towards an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering (Mechatronics Maintenance).
- The first 12 months will be a full-time residential programme at external training provider facilities or Amazon's training centres. Accommodation and travel expenses will be supported if you live outside a commutable distance.
- In later years, you will combine day or block-release study for your HNC in Engineering or Mechatronics with on-the-job training at Amazon Fulfilment Centres, Sortation Centres, or Delivery Stations.
- This role supports 24/7 operations, 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 England at the point of enrolment (June 2027).
- Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (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.
- You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship.
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: The deadline for providing qualification certificates is 16 July 2027.
- Start Date: September 2027
- Enrolment Date: June 2027
Career 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.