Military RME Mechatronics Apprentice - Yorkshire & Humber Locations

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Military RME Mechatronics Apprentice - Yorkshire & the Humber Locations 2026 - Fixed Term Contract

Job  | Amazon UK Services Ltd.

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RME Mechatronics Apprentice - Launch Your Engineering Career with Amazon. This role focuses on those who have military experience and/or are military spouses/children interested in working in the private sector. Amazon’s military recruiting team is available to discuss opportunities within Amazon. At Amazon, thousands of former military are driving innovation and raising the bar on customer experience. Fascinated by the mechanics behind automated systems?

You will master both electrical and mechanical engineering while working with cutting-edge technology in a Mechatronics Maintenance apprenticeship.

As one of the world’s most advanced technology-driven companies, we are powered by automation, robotics, and continuous innovation. You will work with systems that keep millions of customer orders moving, from cutting-edge robotic arms to complex conveyor networks and smart sensor technology. This apprenticeship offers you the chance to become a multi-skilled maintenance technician in electrical and mechanical disciplines, gaining hands-on experience with industry-leading equipment that will shape your engineering future.

The Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team at Amazon keeps vital machinery running and upholds Health and Safety best practices. You will learn to prevent downtime, boost equipment availability, and enhance the operational environment while working with exciting technology unique to Amazon.

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

• 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, 3D printing, to overseeing general site maintenance and repairing key distribution equipment, our team handles most aspects of Amazon’s technical operations.

Here at Amazon, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Within 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.

Throughout the apprenticeship you will work towards an Advanced Apprenticeship in Engineering (Mechatronics Maintenance), combining practical, on-the-job experience with industry-recognised study. Your first 12 months will be a full-time residential programme at external training provider facilities or at Amazon training centres, with accommodation provided if you live outside a commutable distance. 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’ll learn directly from experienced technicians and…