RME Mechatronics Apprentice - East Midlands Locations 2026 - Fixed Term Contract

Amazon; Northampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is offering a Fixed Term Contract for an RME Mechatronics Apprentice. This apprenticeship empowers individuals to develop skills in electrical and mechanical maintenance, working with cutting-edge technology. Candidates must be UK residents, 18 or older by September 2026, and hold 3 GCSEs at the required grades. This role involves proactive maintenance, fault diagnosis, and contributing to health and safety within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Resident of the UK for the duration of the programme.
• Minimum 18 years old by September 2026.
• Prerequisite that no prior qualification in a similar subject exists.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive and preventative maintenance on automated equipment.
• Carry out reactive repairs and fault diagnosis.
• Use the latest tools to maximize equipment effectiveness.

Skills

Multi-skilled maintenance technician

Fault diagnosis

Proactive maintenance

Health and safety compliance

Education

3 GCSEs at grades 9-4 / A-C

Current or pursuing a T-Level in Engineering

Job description

RME Mechatronics Apprentice - East Midlands Locations 2026 - Fixed Term Contract

Job ID: 3119172 | Amazon UK Services Ltd.

Launch your engineering career in Mechatronics Maintenance with Amazon. This apprenticeship gives you the chance to become a multi‑skilled maintenance technician in both electrical and mechanical disciplines, working with cutting‑edge robotic, conveyor and sensor technology.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive and preventative maintenance on automated equipment.
• Carry out reactive repairs and fault diagnosis in a live distribution warehouse.
• Use the latest tools to maximise equipment effectiveness.
• Make modifications and upgrades to existing equipment.
• Uphold health and safety policies and practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.

Basic Qualifications

• UK national or a non‑UK national with the right to work in the UK and settled status, or an EU national settled in the UK.
• Resident of the UK for the duration of the programme and not registered for a UK government funded course ending August 2026 or later.
• 18 years old or older before entering an Amazon building (September 2026).
• Minimum of 3 GCSEs at GCSE grades 9‑4 / A‑C (or equivalent) in Maths, English and a science/technology subject.
• 36‑48 month fixed‑term contract: prerequisite that no prior qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level exists.
• Assumption of little or no prior knowledge/experience of the occupation.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs at GCSE grades 9‑4 / A‑C (or equivalent), including Maths, English and a science/technology subject.
• Current or pursuing a T‑Level in an Engineering subject, or A‑Levels with a bias towards science & technology or another Engineering subject.

Additional Information

Throughout the apprenticeship you will learn fault diagnosis, preventative maintenance, fluid power systems assembly, mechanical device maintenance, electrical equipment wiring, hydraulics and pneumatics, and PLC operations.

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