Engineering Mechatronics Apprentice AMAZON UK SERVICES LTD.

We are offering a 48 month level 3 apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance (Mechatronics). Work in a hands-on manner to actively maintain, fault find and repair mechanical, electrical and mechatronic systems. support the installation and commission of new equipment and study for your apprenticeship qualification.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 30 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £32,552.00

  • Working week

    In year 1 you will work Monday - Friday from 8am to 5pm, in years 2-4 you will likely be working a Monday to Friday day shift pattern however there may be the requirement to work some night and weekend shifts. Shifts TBC.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    48 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    04 May 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000160909

  • Positions

    4 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

You will build your skills over a 48-month period - starting in September 2023 including:

  • Classroom training and workshops hosted offsite
  • Maintain, fault find and repair a range of equipment
  • Work in a busy operations environment as part of a team of maintenance technicians
  • Implement improvement projects

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Year 1 is full-time residential (classroom) training at one of our training provider facilities. As a result, you may be required to work away from home Monday to Friday each week during term time (costs will be supported by Amazon), combined with short periods working at one of our operations warehouses. This will give you a thorough and detailed insight into the work of the RME team, as well as the basic skills necessary before working autonomously on our site equipment.

Year 2 will comprise block release training at one of our training provider facilities where you will complete your engineering knowledge qualification and on-the-job training in a Fulfilment Centre among our team of technicians and engineers. Apprentices have the option to continue their academic studies in years 3 and 4 to HNC level.

Not only will you receive invaluable learning, development and professional experience, but you will also gain a number of externally recognised qualifications.

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be eligible to apply for Engineering Technician roles within the RME team.

After a period of foundation skills and technical knowledge development all apprentices will be required to achieve the following qualifications:

  • Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence)

After a further period of skills and technical knowledge development all apprentices will be required to achieve the following qualifications:

  • Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Competence) – Technical Support
  • Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Development Knowledge) - for all starts from 1st July 2017

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Not only will you receive invaluable learning, development and professional experience, but you will also gain a number of externally recognised qualifications and your bachelor’s degree
  • On completion successful completion of the apprenticeship you will be eligible to apply for Automation Engineering roles within the RME team

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English Language (Grade 4-9) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Mathematics (Grade 4-9) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Science or any STEM subject (Grade 4-9) Essential

Things to consider

Applicants must be able to commit to spending the first academic year at a training centre in Manchester full time during the working week. Amazon will pay for the accommodation and reasonable additional living expenses during this time.

About the employer

Amazon offers a range of opportunities to suit candidates with different backgrounds, qualifications and career aspirations. That is why we believe it is the perfect place to learn new skills. We believe that building a culture that is welcoming and inclusive is integral to people doing their best work and is essential to what we can achieve as a company. We take steps to ensure our colleagues have a sense of belonging, value, and opportunity.

Employer

AMAZON UK SERVICES LTD.

Address

Unit DC1

Boscombe Road

Dunstable

LU5 4FE

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Training

Training provider

THE MTC - ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TRAINING CENTRE LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 30 Jun 2023