Mechatronics Maintenance Technician (L3) Apprenticeship Standard

Mechatronics maintenance technicians carry out a broad range of activities which may include installation, testing, fault finding, rectification, modifications and the on-going planned maintenance of complex automated equipment. This requires the application of a blend of skills, knowledge and occupational behaviours across the electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems disciplines.

Apprentices will attend college on day-release for 1 or 2 days a week during term time for 3 years.

Suitable job roles include: Maintenance Technician, Field Service Maintenance Technician, Electronic Maintenance Technician

There is no upper age limit for apprenticeships making it a course ideal for those looking to start a career in a particular sector and looking to get qualifications that recognise their experience and gives them opportunity to progress further in their career.

This programme is fully delivered in the workplace and focuses on developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to succeed in an administrative role. Assessment takes place throughout the programme using a variety of methods, including observations, professional discussions, questioning, witness testimonies and workplace evidence. At the end of the programme, learners will go through Gateway and complete the three components of the End-Point Assessment.

1. Component 1 – Observation

Workplace observation with questions

2. Component 2 – Portfolio-based Interview

Portfolio-based Interview around the evidence requirements that demonstrate achievement of the portfolio-based skills and behaviours

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification; however, learners must be employed in a suitable administrative role and hold GCSE Grade 4 or above in English and Mathematics, unless they are aged 19 or over.

Progression to Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician, Lead Engineering Maintenance Technician or further learning.