Technology
IT Engineer (Wales)
Amazon
Location
Swansea
Salary
Competitive
Duration
24 months
Hours per week
40h
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Level 4
Start date
1 September 2026
Vacancy reference
IT Engineer (Wales) Level 4 Apprenticeship - Digital Infrastructure Engineer
Minimum grades
GCSE Maths and English grade 4 (C or above), minimum 5 GCSEs at grades 4 or above
About the role
Are you passionate about technology and telecommunications? Do you aspire to manage IT projects and lead teams in providing cutting-edge IT services and cyber security? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as an IT Engineer Apprentice. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of our organisation's IT operations, developing the skills and knowledge needed to become a proficient IT professional. Working alongside experienced IT engineers, you'll gain hands-on experience in managing IT projects, supporting various IT services, and implementing robust cyber security measures.
Requirements
Be 18 years or over before the start date. Have the right to live and work in Wales (if you are on a visa, this needs to enable you to legally work and reside in Wales for the entire duration of the programme). Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years. Be a resident of Wales for the entire duration of the programme. Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2026 or later. Have a minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 4 or above (C or above) including Maths and English. You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship.
Working week
Apprentices will work a 40-hour working week. This may involve shift work. The positions will be based in a corporate office.
Skills
IT project managementCyber securityNetwork administrationSoftware developmentTechnical supportIT systems administrationDatabase maintenanceIT infrastructure knowledge
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · Any · Grade 4
Training & development
Blended and Work-based Learning including on-the-job training, digital learning and mentoring from IT team members. Virtual classroom/virtual based training to cover knowledge, on-the-job training, online learning, and mentoring from IT team members.
Future prospects
As an IT Engineer Apprentice, you'll have the opportunity to gain expertise in a wide range of areas, including IT project management, cyber security, network administration, and software development. You'll develop a strong understanding of IT infrastructure, telecommunications systems, and the principles that govern their operation and security.
Things to consider
This position is a 24 month fixed-term contract. You must be eligible for government funding for the apprenticeship. You must not already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship.
About Amazon
Amazon apprenticeship schemes are aimed at people who have a passion for learning and want to start a career now – or possibly retrain in a new direction.