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Mechatronics Maintenance Technician Apprentice

D F J Automotive LTD · Preston · posted 3 November 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
3 Years 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Mechatronics maintenance technician (level 3)
Starts
4 January 2027
Closing date
25 December 2026
Positions
1

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An Engineering Maintenance Technician requires the application of a complex blend of skills, knowledge and occupational behaviours across the electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems disciplines.

The main responsibilities of an Engineering Maintenance Technician are:

  • Maintaining machinery and equipment.
  • Trouble shooting issues to maintain productivity.
  • Repairing faults in machinery and equipment.

DFJ Automotive was established in 1992 and is a family-owned United Kingdom registered business. Our background is in manufacturing heavy duty starter motors and alternators for industrial applications including Trucks, Buses, Industrial engines, Plant, Military and Marine.

DFJ can supply all major brands, and we have options of original equipment OE, replacement and remanufactured products.

We independently import products from around the world and supply to 125 different countries.
DFJ Automotive are an expanding supplier of Heavy-Duty starter motors and alternators.

We are seeking a new apprentice who can train to rebuild these types of products. An interest in engineering is a necessity, and you must be enthusiastic and motivated and be able to work as part of a team as well as on you own.

You may be studying engineering at college now this would be an advantage but not a necessity.

Full training will be given. You must be able to get to our place of work (Preston PR2).

There are very good public transport links to us.

Please do not apply if you cannot get to our premises.

Where it leads

Engineers work in high-tech, dynamic environments using state of the art equipment. They are inventors, designers and problem solvers, people who make a difference to the way we live. As trained professionals, engineers are well paid and highly respected. Many get top jobs and even run their own companies. If you enjoy working as part of a team, like solving problems and have a practical flair, you will find engineering has a lot to offer.

About D F J Automotive LTD

DFJ Automotive was established in 1992 and is a family-owned United Kingdom registered business. Our background is in manufacturing heavy duty starter motors and alternators for industrial applications including Trucks, Buses, Industrial engines, Plant, Military and Marine.
DFJ can supply all major brands, and we have options of original equipment OE, replacement and remanufactured products.
We independently import products from around the world and supply to 125 different countries.
DFJ Automotive are an expanding supplier of Heavy-Duty starter motors and alternators.

Things to consider

Please do not contact the company directly. Please note - we reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a suitable number of applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply as soon as possible if you wish to be considered for this role.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsTeam workingInitiative

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Any (grade Grade 4/C or above) — essential
  • GCSE Any (grade Grade 4/C or above) — essential
  • GCSE English (grade Grade 4/C or above) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade Grade 4/C or above) — essential
  • GCSE Science (grade Grade 4/C or above) — desired

Where you'll work

  • UNIT 55 ROMAN WAY, RIBBLETON, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5BE

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