Job Details

You will get the opportunity to learn from some of the top leaders in their field whilst helping AWE to continue to deliver national nuclear security, threat reduction and counter-terrorism solutions.

During the foundation phase of the apprenticeship, individuals will learn the fundamentals of mechanical maintenance. This phase acts as the building blocks of an interesting career within AWE. Basic skills and knowledge are developed through the Skills Academy, where apprentices begin by learning the correct selection and use of hand tools. 

They will manufacture a range of test pieces to support their development as mechanical maintainers, before progressing to carry out maintenance activities in a simulated environment.

Once this phase has been completed, taking approximately 18 months, apprentices will move into the consolidation phase. This involves rotating through the Mechanical Maintenance teams located within the various Technology Centres across both AWE Aldermaston and AWE Burghfield sites. During this stage, apprentices will build upon the skills learned during the foundation phase, working on a wide range of plant and equipment in a real-world environment.

This role may appeal to those who enjoy:

• Understanding how mechanical assemblies work
• Understanding how heating, ventilation, and cooling systems operate
• Understanding the maintenance of rotating plant and equipment
• Problem-solving activities
• Being hands-on
• Applying engineering principles in real-life scenarios

• 5 GCSE’s at grade 4 or C or above including Maths and English and a 5 or B in Science
• Applicants must be aged 17 or over as of 31st August 2026 due to security clearance requirements
• You must be a British National to apply for a role with us AWE
• If you currently hold a Level 3 Diploma in Engineering or similar, you should consider applying for a degree level apprenticeship