Mechanical Maintenance Technician Apprentice (Level 3)

AWE; Aldermaston; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

AWE Apprenticeships invite motivated individuals to join our Engineering Maintenance Technician pathway. Over four years, you will train through a mix of college study, hands-on workshop skills, and workplace placements at AWE, developing practical engineering expertise while contributing to critical UK safety-related projects.

You will learn alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists, gain hands-on experience with machinery, and support live activities across facilities.

Qualifications

• GCSEs including English and Maths are essential.
• Wage is £16,750 per year.
• Hours are 37 per week with a 9-day fortnight (typical).
• Duration of the apprenticeship is 4 years.
• Start date is 2027-09-01; closing date 2027-01-31.

Responsibilities

• Support live engineering activities at AWE.
• Complete placements relevant to your pathway.
• Work alongside experienced engineers and technicians.
• Apply your learning in a real working environment.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Administrative skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Initiative

Health and Safety

Education

GCSEs incl English & Maths

Job description

AWE Apprenticeships invite motivated individuals to join our Engineering Maintenance Technician pathway. Over four years, you will train through a mix of college study, hands-on workshop skills, and workplace placements at AWE, developing practical engineering expertise while contributing to critical UK safety-related projects.

You will learn alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists, gain hands-on experience with machinery, and support live activities across facilities.