Military RME Mechatronics Apprentice - Wales Locations 2026 - Fixed Term Contract

RME Mechatronics Apprentice – launch your engineering career with Amazon. This apprenticeship is designed for individuals with military experience and/or military spouses/children who want to transition into the private sector. Amazon’s military recruiting team is available to discuss the many opportunities within Amazon. Thousands of former military members are driving innovation and raising the bar on customer experience.

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 start a career in Mechatronics Maintenance. As part of the world’s most advanced technology‑driven company, you will work with automation, robotics and continuous innovation. From robotic arms to conveyor networks and smart sensor technology, you will help keep millions of customer orders moving.

This apprenticeship gives you the chance to become a multi‑skilled maintenance technician across electrical and mechanical disciplines, gaining hands‑on experience with industry‑leading equipment. The Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) team keeps vital machinery running at all times. As an RME Mechatronics Apprentice you will maintain a wide range of equipment, uphold health and safety best practices, and prevent machine downtime. You will use exciting technology unique to Amazon and work on broad activities including installation, testing, fault finding and ongoing planned maintenance of complex automated equipment.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Carry out proactive and preventative maintenance.
• Perform 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.
• Work on continuous improvement projects.

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 before September 2026.
• If on a visa, the visa must allow you to legally work and reside in Wales for the entire 48‑month programme (September 2026‑2030).
• Will be 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.
• Will be 18 years old or older before entering an Amazon building (September 2026).
• 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.
• Require a Statement of Comparability if qualifications were obtained outside the UK; obtain via UK ENIC.
• Position is a fixed‑term contract of 36‑48 months; 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

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

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 by 17 July 2026. Applications without verified qualifications by this date will automatically be unsuccessful. Failure to provide proof of qualifications by the stated deadline will result in the withdrawal of any conditional offer.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, you can request assistance.

Benefits of Joining Amazon

• First‑class coaching and tailored development opportunities.
• Hands‑on training with cutting‑edge technology.
• Opportunities to work on continuous improvement projects and suggest long‑term enhancements.
• Support for accommodation for the first 12 months if you live outside a commutable distance.
• Flexible study options (HNC in Engineering or Mechatronics) alongside on‑the‑job training.
• Inclusive employee‑led affinity groups fostering community and mentorship.