Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship
Join a supportive and inclusive Maintenance culture where your skills will be developed and enhanced, helping you grow into the Technician you aspire to be.
This isn’t just an apprenticeship—it’s your pathway to becoming a vital part of our team. You’ll be supported by Nissan experts at our world-class plant, ready to share knowledge and encouragement as you progress. From the moment you step onto our shop floor, you’ll make meaningful contributions to the maintenance of our manufacturing plant and gain life skills to carry forward into your career.
Our 5-year scheme blends hands-on experience with first-rate college learning, designed to help you develop as far as you want to go. Shift work is part of the role, but we aim to accommodate individual circumstances wherever possible. The rewards are exceptional—we invest in our apprentices because we believe in your potential. You’ll earn over £17,000 a year, with private healthcare and a host of perks including a pension scheme, discounts, monthly prize draws, and access to our employee car scheme*.
*Eligible after 6 months’ employment
If you’re a practical problem solver, motivated to learn and grow in a supportive environment where your work makes a real difference, then a Nissan Maintenance apprenticeship could be for you.
Starting salary: £17,400.58pa
Hours: 39
Location: Nissan Sunderland and local Colleges
Position: Apprentice
Duration: 5 Years
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including women, ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and those from socially or economically disadvantaged communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences everyone brings and believe diversity strengthens our workplace.
Accessibility and Adjustments
If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process—such as accessible interview formats, extra time, assistive technologies, or workplace adaptations, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure you can participate fully and comfortably. All recruitment materials and assessments can be provided in accessible formats.
Supporting Candidates Facing Economic Disadvantage
We understand that economic circumstances can create barriers to applying for roles. If costs such as travel, technological access, or other practical constraints may prevent you from taking part in our recruitment process, please contact us. Wherever possible, we will offer support—such as virtual interview options, reimbursement of essential travel costs, or alternative assessment arrangements.
What You’ll Need
1. 4 GCSE grades or equivalent (achieved or predicted):
2. Mathematics (Grade B+ or 6+)
3. English (Language or Literature) (Grade A-C or 4+)
4. Two other subjects (Grade A-C or 4+)
5. A positive attitude and motivation to learn
6. 16 or over at the start of your apprenticeship
7. Ability to commute to Nissan Sunderland SR5 3NS and local College sites
8. Eligibility to work in the UK (must have ordinarily resided in the UK & Islands for at least 3 years by Sept 2026)
What You’ll Be Doing
9. Split your time between college learning and working within our world-class manufacturing plant
10. Work alongside experienced technicians to develop theoretical, problem-solving, and practical skills
11. Potential to gain exposure to varied areas including Body Shop, Trim & Chassis, Powertrain, and Press & Plastics
12. Experience advanced technologies such as PLCs, AGVs, and FANUC robots
13. Contribute to the development of current and future Nissan vehicles, including new model launches
By the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll have the opportunity to achieve:
14. Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician*
15. Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician*
(*subject to performance. All qualifications may be subject to change).
Additional Information
16. We maintain a safe and healthy workplace, which includes pre-employment testing for drugs and alcohol.
17. Communication about your application will be via email. Please check regularly.
18. Questions? Contact:
Sunderland United Kingdom