Mechatronics Engineering Apprentice

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the GXO Logistics Engineering Team at a major blue‑chip National Distribution Centre in Wigan. This highly automated facility supports the operations of a leading global brand and houses over 76,000 pallets within its advanced distribution environment. The site utilises a wide range of state‑of‑the‑art automated material handling equipment, including conveyors, automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS), automated wrapping systems, packaging lines, robotic picking units, and Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs). All systems are maintained by the on‑site engineering team to ensure maximum operational efficiency and reliability. As a Mechatronics Engineering Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced engineers, gaining hands‑on experience while supporting the maintenance and operation of these automated systems. Reporting to the Shift Engineer, your duties will include:

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• Supporting the Shift Engineer in maintaining maximum availability of automated systems
  
• Assisting with planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance activities
  
• Supervising and assisting external contractors and subcontractors
  
• Managing and maintaining spare parts and consumables inventory
  
• Ensuring full compliance with site health and safety standards
  
• Undertaking specialist training to support your development
  
• Working in accordance with engineering safe systems of work
  
• Liaising with operational teams and other departments to identify and resolve technical issues while minimising operational disruption
  

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• Year 1: Attend Alliance Learning in Horwich four days per week for technical training, alongside workplace experience.
  
• Year 2 onwards: Day release once per week at Alliance Learning while continuing practical training on site.
  

You will be working towards a Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Mechatronics Maintenance Technician, gaining valuable industry experience within a highly automated logistics environment.

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• Be capable of working in a demanding and fast‑changing environment
  
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team, while also showing initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  
• Be dedicated, proactive, and flexible, with the ability to adapt to change
  
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to health and safety, working to procedures and taking a proactive role in improving workplace safety
  
• Possess good communication and organisational skills
  
• Have a passion for learning new skills and developing within engineering
  
• Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude
  
• Be able to work at heights of up to 27 metres when required
  
• Be punctual, reliable, and committed to good attendance and timekeeping
  
• Be PC literate or willing to develop IT skills
  
• Hands‑on experience in a large‑scale automated distribution centre
  
• Exposure to advanced automation, robotics, and material handling systems
  
• Support from an experienced engineering team
  
• A structured pathway to a recognised Level 3 engineering qualification
  
• Excellent foundations for a long‑term career in engineering and automation
  

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