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Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

Find out who the British Army's Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) are, and what they do

A modern high tech Army needs highly trained men and women to keep equipment working. The role of the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) is to do just that; maintain, repair and manufacture equipment to keep battle winning aircraft, tanks and weapons in fighting order. The REME exists to 'keep the punch in the Army's fist'.

REME soldiers work with all units of the British Army, and are found all over the UK. They are deployed worldwide.

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REME Roles

Vehicle Mechanic
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Vehicle Mechanic

With world class training you'll learn to fix and drive everything from tanks to trucks. Gaining NVQs to HNDs you'll serve all over the world.

Technical Support Specialist
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Technical Support Specialist

Wrenches, jacks, drills: you never know what our tradesmen will need next. Could you run an organised store and supply the right equipment straight away?

Recovery Mechanic
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Recovery Mechanic

When vehicles break down or get stuck, you race to the rescue. Our training gives you the skills, while qualifications improve your CV.

Metalsmith
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Metalsmith

Tanks, helicopters, generators; Army Metalsmiths can fix anything. You get the same qualifications as a civilian Metalsmith, opening up a wide range of jobs.

Avionics Technician
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Avionics Technician

Guns on a helicopter? Radar on a plane? You'll know how to fix both as well as many other technical systems.

Armourer
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Armourer

Arming our units is a vital job. Whatever the weapon, from a tank gun to a pistol, you'll repair, maintain and inspect to ensure they are fit for purpose.

Electronics Technician
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Electronics Technician

Learn to fix electronic systems in the Army's most advanced kit; from vehicles to lasers. Get great technical skills and travel worldwide.

Aircraft Technician
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Aircraft Technician

Be the person who makes sure every aircraft is working and ready to fly. Travel the world and use your training to support our pilots.

Engineering Officer
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Engineering Officer

Lead and motivate a team of highly skilled soldiers, as they maintain all of the Army's mechanical and electrical equipment, from rifle sights to helicopter engines.