Engineering Apprenticeship

Royal Mail Group; Poole; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player offers an Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship, perfect for those who enjoy teamwork and problem-solving. Over a 3-4 year program, apprentices will gain hands-on experience in robotics and machine intelligence while earning industry-recognized qualifications. This role is ideal for individuals aged 16+ with a logical mindset and a keen interest in engineering. Apprentices will receive support throughout their journey, ensuring they develop the skills necessary to become Automation Maintenance Technicians. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to inclusivity and personal development.

Benefits

Earn while you learn

Location allowance

22.5 days holiday

Company-matched pension scheme

24/7 wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Age 16+ with 5 GCSEs including Maths, English & Science.
• No prior engineering expertise required; support provided.

Responsibilities

• Participate in hands-on learning and practical training.
• Explore robotics and machine intelligence with senior mentors.

Skills

Problem-solving

Logical thinking

Education

5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above

Job description

Engineering Apprenticeship

Location: Dorset Mail Centre (BH17 0AA)

Upcoming start dates: 1st September 2025

Starting salary: £14,368 - £22,860 (age dependent)

Working hours: Up to 40 hours per week

Why choose Royal Mail?

If you enjoy teamwork, problem-solving, and have a practical flair, our Advanced Engineering Apprenticeship is perfect for you. Spend part of your first year at your local college, learning how to fix, maintain, and review our technology whilst achieving industry-recognised qualifications.

Over the 3-4 year programme, you'll explore robotics, machine intelligence, and more, guided by senior mentors. Develop the skills to become an Automation Maintenance Technician and obtain your Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship.

What We're Looking For:

If you're interested in how things work, have a logical way of working and want to learn and develop in a hands-on role, this scheme is for you. You don't need to be an expert engineer before you join, as we will support you all the way.

You will be age 16+ and have 5 GCSEs (or predicted) at Grade 4/C or above including Maths, English & Science.

What's in it for you?

• Earn while you learn with a great salary and excellent benefits
• Location allowance: minimum of £3600 per year for inner London and minimum of £2300 per year for outer London dependent on age.
• 22.5 days holiday, rising with length of service
• Excellent company-matched pension scheme and financial wellbeing benefits
• Free 24/7 access to services to support your physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing

Applications close soon - don't miss out!

Next steps after applying:

Once you complete your application, you'll get an email from us (sometimes things end up in the spam/junk folder so keep an eye out). This contains important information on next steps to progress your application.

We're also an inclusive employer with equality, diversity and fairness at our heart. We welcome applications from individuals of all different backgrounds and are committed to promoting fair participation and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.