Mechatronics Apprentice — 36-Month Residential Training

Amazon Inc.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon UK Services Ltd. invites applicants to join as an RME Mechatronics Apprentice across South West locations for a 36-month fixed-term contract.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance on industry-leading equipment, with first-class coaching and dedicated development opportunities. The programme combines on-the-job training with study toward an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering (Mechatronics Maintenance).

Qualifications

• 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.
• Have lived in the UK/EEA for the last 3 years.
• 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, including Maths, English, and a Science or Technology subject.
• This position is a 36 month fixed-term contract.
• This Apprenticeship assumes some knowledge/experience of the occupation.
• Genuine interest in engineering, machines, and how automated systems work.
• Practical, hands‑on approach and enjoyment of taking things apart.
• Great problem-solving skills and the ability to stay calm and methodical when things go wrong.
• Good attention to detail and awareness of health and safety.
• Eagerness to learn, take on new challenges, and grow professionally.
• Willing and able to work shifts, including days, nights and weekends.
• Able to arrange reliable travel to and from training sites.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out proactive and preventative maintenance
• Carrying out reactive repairs and fault diagnosis in a live distribution warehouse
• Using the latest tools to maximise equipment effectiveness
• Making modifications and upgrades to existing equipment
• Upholding health and safety policies and practices
• Working on continuous improvement projects, and suggesting long‑term improvements

Skills

Hands-on

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Health & safety awareness

Education

GCSEs including Maths, English and a Science or Technology subject

Job description

Amazon UK Services Ltd. invites applicants to join as an RME Mechatronics Apprentice across South West locations for a 36-month fixed-term contract.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance on industry-leading equipment, with first-class coaching and dedicated development opportunities. The programme combines on-the-job training with study toward an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering (Mechatronics Maintenance).