RME Mechatronics Apprentice - Wales Locations 2026 - Fixed Term Contract

Amazon; Kenfig; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is offering an RME Mechatronics Apprentice position in Kenfig. This role involves maintaining complex automated systems while completing practical training towards an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering. Candidates must have lived in the UK for three years and possess a minimum of three GCSEs. This apprenticeship provides a solid foundation for a career in engineering.

Benefits

Accommodation during training

Travel expense support

First-class coaching and mentoring

Qualifications

• Must be a UK national or have the right to work in the UK.
• Must have lived in the UK or an EEA for 3 years before starting.
• At least 18 years old by the start date.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out proactive and preventative maintenance.
• Performing reactive repairs in a live distribution warehouse.
• Upholding health and safety policies.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Preventative maintenance

Fluid power systems assembly

Electrical equipment wiring

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) operations

Education

Minimum of 3 GCSEs at Grades 9-4 / A-C

Statement of Comparability for non-UK qualifications

Job description

Job ID: 3119185 | Amazon UK Services Ltd. - A10

RME Mechatronics Apprentice – Launch Your Engineering Career with Amazon

Fascinated by the mechanics behind automated systems? Want to master both electrical and mechanical engineering while working with cutting‑edge technology? Amazon is the perfect place to launch your engineering career in Mechatronics Maintenance.

As one of the world’s most advanced technology‑driven companies, we are powered by automation, robotics, and continuous innovation. From cutting‑edge robotic arms to complex conveyor networks and smart sensor technology, you will work with the systems that keep millions of customer orders moving.

This apprenticeship gives you the chance to become a multi‑skilled maintenance technician in both electrical and mechanical disciplines, gaining hands‑on experience with industry‑leading equipment that will shape your future in engineering.

The Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team at Amazon is fundamental to our operations – they keep vital machinery running at all times. As an RME Mechatronics Apprentice, you’ll maintain a wide range of equipment and workspaces while upholding Health and Safety best practices. You’ll learn how to keep your colleagues safe, prevent machine downtime, boost the availability and quality of our equipment, and enhance the operational environment.

Your role covers a broad range of activities including installation, testing, fault finding, and ongoing planned maintenance of complex automated equipment.

Key Job 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

We’re looking for people who stay calm when things don’t go to plan and tackle challenges with a get‑things‑done approach. If you love being around machines and understand the importance of keeping production lines running smoothly, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Throughout your apprenticeship you’ll learn valuable skills including fault diagnosis, preventative maintenance, fluid power systems assembly and testing, mechanical device maintenance, electrical equipment wiring and testing, hydraulics and pneumatics, and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) operations.

As part of our team, you’ll respond promptly to breakdowns, investigate, find, and implement solutions quickly. You’ll also make suggestions for long‑term improvements. From CAD design and 3D printing to overseeing general site maintenance and repairing key distribution equipment, our team handles most aspects of Amazon’s technical operations.

We value curiosity and learning. In this apprenticeship you’ll have the opportunity to learn by doing, putting newfound knowledge into practice every day. Our first‑class coaching, tailored development opportunities, and challenging, rewarding work will empower you to reach new heights. If you’re a curious learner eager to grow, this is your chance to unlock your full potential and build the future you envision.

During the first 12 months you will work towards an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering (Mechatronics Maintenance), combining practical, on‑the‑job experience with industry‑recognised study. You’ll start with a full‑time residential programme at an external training provider or Amazon training centre. Accommodation will be provided during term time, and travel expenses will be supported. In later years you will combine day or block release study for your HNC in Engineering or Mechatronics with on‑the‑job training at one of our Fulfilment Centres, Sortation Centres, or Delivery Stations. You will learn directly from experienced technicians and engineers and gain exposure to real engineering projects. You’ll support our 24/7 operation in shift covering days, nights and weekends in patterns that reflect the real‑world schedules of engineers who keep Amazon operating around the clock.

You’ll join a diverse and passionate team of engineers dedicated to driving results and pushing creative boundaries. We value different perspectives and experiences, and we’re dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our employee‑led affinity groups, including communities for women in tech, LGBTQ+ employees, and underrepresented minorities, foster a culture of inclusion that empowers us to be proud of our differences. We’re committed to building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve.

We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s best employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge‑sharing, mentorship, and other career‑advancing resources here to help you develop into a better‑rounded professional.

This apprenticeship trains you for a variety of maintenance roles such as mechatronic maintenance technician, maintenance engineer, mechanical fitter, and electrical engineer. With plenty of opportunities for progression both within the RME team and more widely across Amazon, this could be the start of an exciting and rewarding career.

Important Qualification Reminder

As part of the recruitment and enrolment process for this apprenticeship, candidates must provide proof of all required qualifications. Original certificates or certified copies must be submitted. The deadline for providing qualification certificates for the RME Mechatronics programme is 17 July 2026. Applications without verified qualifications by this date will be automatically unsuccessful. Failure to provide proof of qualifications by the stated deadline will result in the withdrawal of any conditional offer. Previous qualifications will be reviewed for funding eligibility and offers may be withdrawn for applicants who do not meet funding criteria.

Basic Qualifications

• UK national, or non‑UK national with the right to work in the UK, or EU national with settled status in the UK, and have lived in the UK or an EEA, or British overseas territory for 3 years or more prior to commencing the apprenticeship (September 2026)
• If you are on a visa, you must be able to legally work and reside in Wales for the entire duration of the programme (September 2030)
• Resident of the UK for the entire duration of the programme
• Not registered to study on 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 Grades 9‑4 / A‑C (or equivalent): Maths, English and a science/technology subject
• Previous qualifications will be reviewed for funding eligibility; those not eligible will have the offer withdrawn
• Statement of Comparability required for educational qualifications obtained outside the UK; obtain through UK ENIC: https://www.enic.org.uk/
• Position is a 36‑48 month fixed‑term contract; you must not already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship
• Apprenticeship assumes the candidate has little or no knowledge/experience of the occupation

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs at Grades 9‑4 / A‑C (or equivalent), including Maths, English and a science/technology subject
• Achieved or studying towards a T‑Level in an Engineering subject or 'A' Levels with a bias towards science & technology, or another Engineering subject or studying for ‘A’ levels with a bias towards science and technology

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Posted: October 9, 2025 (Updated 21 days ago)