Maintenance Engineering Apprentice - Level 3 Mechatronics - Nottingham / London

E.ON UK PLC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider is searching for a Maintenance Engineering Apprentice based in the UK. This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience while pursuing a Level 3 Mechatronics qualification. Candidates will conduct maintenance, perform repairs, and diagnose faults in a dynamic engineering environment. Training includes extensive hands-on work along with structured study at the University of Sheffield. The role supports personal and professional development through a comprehensive benefits package including holidays and flexible benefits.

Benefits

Generous pension

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Required 5 x GCSEs including English Language and Maths at Grade C/4 or above.
• Enthusiastic and eager to learn.
• Technically minded with patience to master new techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Perform mechanical repairs including welding and fabrication.
• Diagnose faults using electrical drawings and testing equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Good hand skills

Education

5 x GCSEs including English and Maths

Job description

Maintenance Engineering Apprentice - Level 3 Mechatronics - Nottingham / London

We're looking for a Maintenance Engineering Apprentice to join our team as part of our UK Solutions business. There are 2 opportunities available, one in Nottingham and one in London.

Here’s what you’ll be doing

This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience while earning a Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician qualification. You’ll work in an engineering environment, learning to maintain and repair complex systems while ensuring equipment operates safely and efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting planned and reactive maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Performing mechanical repairs, including welding and fabrication.
• Diagnosing faults using electrical drawings and testing equipment.
• Supporting continuous improvement projects to enhance performance and efficiency.

This role is hands‑on, so you’ll need to be ready to work in an industrial environment. Strict adherence to PPE requirements is essential.

What we need from you

Skills and Qualities We’re Looking For

Skills:

• Attention to detail and a focus on safety.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Keen eye for precision work.

Personal Qualities:

• Enthusiastic, curious, and eager to learn.
• Technically minded, with good hand skills and the patience to master new techniques.
• Team‑oriented with the confidence to work independently when required.

Training and Development:

• In your first year, you’ll attend the University of Sheffield AMRC Training Centre full‑time for an initial block of study, returning to your workplace one Friday per month.
• After the initial block, you’ll attend the AMRC Training Centre one day a week for knowledge‑based training, with the remaining four days spent on‑site, learning on the job.
• You’ll be based either in London or Nottingham during your apprenticeship after completion of your initial study block in Sheffield.
• Your starting salary will be *** , with annual pay increases awarded dependent on academic and placement performance (not sure if this applies to your apprentices).
• We offer an excellent benefits package including a generous pension, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and the chance to choose from over 20 flexible benefits with tax and/or NI savings.

Qualifications Required:
To apply, you’ll need 5 x GCSEs including:

• GCSE English Language: Grade C/4 or above.
• GCSE Maths: Grade C/4 or above.

You’ll also need to successfully complete assessments at the AMRC Training Centre and our internal recruitment process to secure a place on the programme.

Here’s what you need to know

• Our market‑leading benefits package includes 26 days holiday + bank holidays, a generous pension scheme, life cover, bonus and the chance to choose from 20 flexible benefits with tax and/or NI savings. In fact, our benefits package recently won the Personnel Today Reward, Recognition and Benefits Award 2022! As the only energy company to feature in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers (our current ranking is 8th) we’ve proven that we’re committed to equal opportunities and actively promote a diverse and inclusive working environment, and fairness for everyone.
• As a Disability Confident Employer we interview every disabled applicant who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
• We’ve exciting opportunities for everyone to develop their talent at E.ON. Our open access, inclusive talent networks provide networking, learning and development for all, building your skills, qualifications, and capabilities throughout your career.

E.ON is committed to being an inclusive employer. We recognise that everyone is different and we aim to provide a working environment where each person feels respected, valued and able to achieve their full potential. We are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please just let us know.