Mechatronics Maintenance Apprentice: Hands-On Tech Career

Amazon Inc.; Shotton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided during termtime

Travel expenses supported

Full training through external and in‑

Job summary

Amazon in Wales is seeking an RME Mechatronics Apprentice to learn hands-on maintenance of a wide range of equipment within a 24/7 operation. You’ll develop practical problem-solving skills, work with PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, CAD and 3D printing, and study for an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering.

The first 12 months are a full-time residential programme at training facilities or Amazon centres, with accommodation provided if needed, and travel support.

Qualifications

• Be 18 years or over before the start date (September 2027).
• Have the right to live and work in Wales at the point of enrolment.
• Have a minimum of 3 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above (including Maths, English, and a Science or Technology subject).
• A genuine interest in engineering, machines, and how automated systems work.
• A practical, hands‑on approach and enjoyment of taking things apart to understand and fix them.
• Great problem‑solving skills and the ability to stay calm and methodical when things go wrong.
• Willing and able to work shifts, including days, nights and weekends.

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.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Preventative maintenance

Mechanical device maintenance

Fluid power systems

Electrical testing

Hydraulics & pneumatics

PLC operations

CAD design

3D printing

Education

GCSEs including Maths English and Science/Technology

Tools

CAD design

3D printing

Job description

Amazon in Wales is seeking an RME Mechatronics Apprentice to learn hands-on maintenance of a wide range of equipment within a 24/7 operation. You’ll develop practical problem-solving skills, work with PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, CAD and 3D printing, and study for an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering.

The first 12 months are a full-time residential programme at training facilities or Amazon centres, with accommodation provided if needed, and travel support.