During your apprenticeship, you will:
Required qualifications
Level 3 Qualification in Engineering (T Level, BTEC Diploma or 2 x A Levels).
Length of studies
36 months fixed term
Location
One of our UK wide power stations
£28,717 year one rising to £35,950 in year three
Applications are closed for 2026.
Are you looking for a future-proof apprenticeship that offers exciting tasks both on site and in training?
The RWE Engineering Technician Apprenticeship provides a fantastic opportunity to enter the world of power generation engineering, earn while learning to become an Operations & Maintenance Technician (O&M) for today and tomorrow.
Our programme offers a structured combination of academic learning, technical training and practical skills development, supported by experienced engineers, technicians and training specialists.
Apprenticeship Locations
All apprentices of the RWE Generation UK Engineering Technician Apprenticeship will study a programme of blended learning. All apprentices will be expected to study at APPRIS Charity, with some hands on experience at one of our UK Generation Power Stations.
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TIC02-appris APPRIS
Appris Charity is a not-for-profit, registered charity. Established in 1967 as a Group Training Association (GTA) that continues to be governed by engineering employers and professionals to this day. The heart of Appris’ business is apprenticeships, specialising in the delivery of apprenticeship standards that meet the needs of the region’s strategic objectives and skills agenda. With over 200 member companies and 500+ apprentices across West Yorkshire, Appris is the provider of choice for the engineering industry.
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TIC02-uk-power-stations RWE Generation Power Stations across UK
Apprentices will be based at one of our power stations across the UK for the duration of their training. Possible locations include Didcot, Staythorpe, Little Barford, Great Yarmouth, Pembroke and Markinch.
These sites provide hands-on experience in modern power generation environments, allowing apprentices to apply their growing technical skills directly within our operational fleet.
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Any questions left?
If you have further questions regarding the RWE Generation Engineering Technician Apprenticeship, please contact the RWE Generation Recruitment Specialist listed below.
CON01-curtis Louise Bilton
RWE Generation UK Plc
Entry Programme Coordinator, UK Technical Training Academy
Your benefits during the apprenticeship
The opportunity to learn life skills away from the classroom environment
Two volunteering days a year
Personal and professional growth through training sessions and networking events
Health screening supported by the private healthcare scheme from AXA Healthcare
Benefits programme to include the cycle to work scheme, holiday buy back, vehicle leasing under our FLEX programme, as well as an attractive pension scheme
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The application process
1. Online Application & Pre-selection
Recruitment will start in January / early February 2027.
The apprenticeship will be published on our job board. Simply select the apprenticeship you’re interested in and click ‘Apply’ to fill in your details and upload your CV and cover letter. The detailed timeline will be communicated in due course.
2. Selection / Getting to know
If you’re successful in the initial stage, you’ll receive a phone call inviting you to take part in an assessment centre, which will take place at the end of April or early May. By this time, all applicants will have been informed whether they were successful in moving forward.
3. Medical Examination
Medical examination is a requirement for most apprenticeship programmes at RWE. This means that our company doctors will carry out a series of medical checks to determine whether you are medically fit for your chosen apprenticeship. The timing of this examination depends on the specific apprenticeship or dual study programme – it may take place during the application process or shortly before the start of the training programme.
4. Contract
In June, successful candidates will be contacted to confirm that they have been selected for the role. You’ll then receive your apprenticeship contract and information about your start date.
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