Mechatronics Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship

During the apprenticeship, you will learn how to:

• Install, maintain and repair complex engineering equipment.
• Diagnose faults and carry out corrective actions.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance activities.
• Test and commission engineering systems.
• Work safely in engineering and manufacturing environments.
• Complete technical documentation and maintenance records.
• Work with mechanical, electrical, electronic, fluid power and control systems.
• Apply continuous improvement techniques to support business performance.

Pathway Options

Mechanical Pathway

• Mechanical maintenance and repair techniques.
• Pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Gearboxes, bearings and drive systems.
• Mechanical fault diagnosis.
• Installation and testing of mechanical equipment.

Electrical Pathway

• Electrical maintenance and fault finding.
• Electronic and control systems.
• Sensors, motors and automation equipment.
• Electrical testing and commissioning.
• Automated manufacturing and control technologies.

Both pathways develop the broad mechatronics skills required to maintain integrated automated systems used throughout modern engineering and manufacturing industries.

A summative assessment completed by an Independent End Point Assessor from SIAS once all on-programme elements have been completed.

The assessment method for Mechatronics Maintenance Technician includes:

• Observation
• Interview

Every employer is different and therefore the entry requirements can vary. As a guide, you will need GCSE grade 4 in English and Maths. However, we will work with you and provide additional support to help you achieve their requirements, either prior to your apprenticeship or during the delivery of your programme.

If you are 19 or over, functional skills are not required unless requested by the apprentice’s employer.