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Automation Engineering Apprentice

Employer
AMAZON UK SERVICES LTD.
Location
Morton Pk Wy, Darlington DL1 4BF, UK, DL1 4BF
Salary
£27,040.00 annually
Closing date
2 Apr 2023

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Specialism
Engineering
Sector
Engineering & Aerospace
Role Type
Apprenticeship, Degree
Start Date
September
Duration
Permanent
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
  • Fault find and repair automation systems
  • Optimise automation systems
  • Programme automation systems using PLC's

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. Years 2 and 3 will comprise block release training at one of our training provider facilities where you will study for an HNC/D in controls engineering, and on-the-job training in a Fulfilment Centre among our team of technicians and engineers. In year 4, you will complete a substantial work-based project and attend Salford University on block release to achieve your Bachelor's Degree in Controls and Automation Engineering.

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.

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
A Level or equivalent Mathematics (Grade A-C) Essential
A Level or equivalent Any subject (Grade A-C) Desired
A Level or equivalent STEM subject (other than Maths) (Grade A-C) Desired

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.

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