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

Amazon; East London; On-site; ZAR 454 000 - 683 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in East London is offering a Mechatronics Apprenticeship to individuals interested in both electrical and mechanical engineering. As an RME Mechatronics Apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology while ensuring the ongoing maintenance and safety of equipment in a high-paced environment. Ideal candidates will possess at least 3 GCSEs and be eager to learn in a structured program over 36-48 months.

Benefits

First-class coaching

Tailored development opportunities

Accommodation provided during term time

Qualifications

• You must be a UK national or have the right to work in the UK.
• You will be at least 18 years old before starting.
• You cannot be registered in a government-funded course ending August 2026 or later.

Responsibilities

• Carry out proactive and preventative maintenance.
• Perform reactive repairs and fault diagnosis in a live environment.
• Uphold health and safety policies.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Preventative maintenance

Fluid power systems assembly

Electrical equipment wiring

Education

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

Statement of Comparability from UK ENIC

Job description

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 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 will maintain a wide range of equipment and workspaces while upholding Health and Safety best practices. You will learn to keep your colleagues safe and prevent machine downtime, boosting the availability and quality of our equipment and enhancing the operational environment. You will work with exciting technology – some of which only exists at Amazon.

Your role will cover 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 will 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. You will also respond promptly to breakdowns, investigate, find, and implement solutions quickly. You will make suggestions for long‑term improvements, from CAD design and 3D printing to overseeing general site maintenance and repairing key distribution equipment.

You will receive first‑class coaching, tailored development opportunities, and challenging, rewarding work that 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.

Throughout the apprenticeship you will work towards an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering (Mechatronics Maintenance), combining practical, on‑the‑job experience with industry‑recognised study. The first 12 months will be a full‑time residential programme based at either an external training provider facility or at our world‑class Amazon training centre. If you live outside of a commutable distance, accommodation will be provided during term time for the first 12 months, 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 will 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.

Basic Qualifications

• You must be a UK national, a non‑UK national with the right to work in the UK, or an EU national who is settled in the UK, and must have lived in the UK or an EEA, or a British overseas territory for 3 years or more prior to commencing the apprenticeship (September 2026).
• If you are on a visa, the status must enable you to legally work and reside in England for the entire duration of the programme (September 2030).
• You will be resident of the UK for the entire duration of the programme.
• You are not registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2026 or later.
• You will be 18 years old or older before entering an Amazon building (September 2026).
• You have a 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 and those not eligible will have offers withdrawn.
• If you have received educational qualifications outside of the UK, you must provide a Statement of Comparability to confirm your eligibility for the scheme. Obtain one during the application process via UK ENIC: https://www.enic.org.uk/.
• PLEASE NOTE: This 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.
• This apprenticeship assumes the candidate has little or no knowledge/experience of the occupation.

Preferred Qualifications

• You have 5 GCSEs at Grades 9-4/A - C (or equivalent), including Maths, English and a science/technology subject.
• You have achieved or are 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.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

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Join us and be part of the team that keeps Amazon moving. Apply now and shape the future of technology with us!