Summary With the emphasis firmly on farming machinery, you will develop skills and proficiency in a wide range of technical areas, from routine maintenance and servicing through to complex component overhauls utilising the very latest diagnostic equipment. Engineering is a practical subject and requires a great deal of focus and thought. Wage £15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Land-based service engineer (level 2) Hours Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am-6pm. You may be required to work unsociable hours during busy periods. 40 hours a week Start date Tuesday 1 September 2026 Duration 2 years Positions available 1 Work Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience. What you'll do at work Performing basic service tasks & developing skills in removal & reconditioning of components Progressing to perform more complex service & repair tasks, both at the dealership & out in the field Assisting qualified Technicians as needed Reporting to a mentor regarding ongoing activities and progression Maintaining the condition of inventory, tools & equipment Participating in Service Training programmes required for the development of skills & knowledge Following all safety rules and regulations Where you'll work Ardleigh Hall Dedham Road Ardleigh Colchester CO7 7LG Training Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills. Training provider PROVQ LIMITED Training course Land-based service engineer (level 2) Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab) What you'll learn Course contents Prepare and reinstate the work area for land-based engineering activities. Clean land-based machinery and equipment. Select and use PPE, tools and equipment required to undertake land-based engineering activities. Prepare land-based prime-movers, machinery and equipment for service, maintenance and repair activities. Prepare parts, components and sub-assemblies prior to reassembly, including inspecting, cleaning, refurbishing, sharpening, resealing, straightening, and balancing. Refit and re-assemble parts, components and sub-assemblies, ensuring their compatibility and relationship including timing and alignment. Select the appropriate lifting, supporting and securing equipment. Apply thermal bonding and separation methods to join, fabricate and repair materials and components. Complete organisational documentation and reports. Carry out work in compliance with legislative and organisational requirements. Lift, support and secure loads, land-based machinery, equipment and assemblies. Setup land-based prime movers, machinery and equipment to meet customer requirements. Connect, attach and fit land-based machinery equipment to prime movers. Service and maintain land-based prime-movers, machinery and equipment to manufacturer’s recommendations. Adopt safe working practices that ensure personal safety and the safety of others and the environment. Conduct static and basic operational inspections and check compliance with legislative safety requirements and system tests to establish actions to be taken. Interrogate control systems to view error codes, reset indicators and verify software updates. Carry out checks and tests to ensure prime-movers, machinery and equipment meet manufacturers specifications before and after repair. Identify and follow technical documentation and perform hydraulic or electrical repair activities on land-based machinery. Perform transmission or engine repair activities on land-based machinery. Record and interpret technical information relating to land-based service, maintenance and repair operations. Apply the principles of customer care when dealing with internal and external customers relevant to own role. Maintain service and warranty records, record data and report findings to stakeholders. Carry out pre delivery inspections and conduct assembly as required on land-based equipment and prime movers. Check settings and make adjustments on land-based equipment to meet customer requirements. Carry out land-based machinery inspections. Prepare and reinstate the work area for land-based engineering activities. Clean land-based machinery and equipment. Select and use PPE, tools and equipment required to undertake land-based engineering activities. Prepare land-based prime-movers, machinery and equipment for service, maintenance and repair activities. Prepare parts, components and sub-assemblies prior to reassembly, including inspecting, cleaning, refurbishing, sharpening, resealing, straightening, and balancing. Refit and re-assemble parts, components and sub-assemblies, ensuring their compatibility and relationship including timing and alignment. Select the appropriate lifting, supporting and securing equipment. Apply thermal bonding and separation methods to join, fabricate and repair materials and components. Complete organisational documentation and reports. Carry out work in compliance with legislative and organisational requirements. Lift, support and secure loads, land-based machinery, equipment and assemblies. Setup land-based prime movers, machinery and equipment to meet customer requirements. Connect, attach and fit land-based machinery equipment to prime movers. Service and maintain land-based prime-movers, machinery and equipment to manufacturer’s recommendations. Adopt safe working practices that ensure personal safety and the safety of others and the environment. Conduct static and basic operational inspections and check compliance with legislative safety requirements and system tests to establish actions to be taken. Interrogate control systems to view error codes, reset indicators and verify software updates. Carry out checks and tests to ensure prime-movers, machinery and equipment meet manufacturers specifications before and after repair. Identify and follow technical documentation and perform hydraulic or electrical repair activities on land-based machinery. Perform transmission or engine repair activities on land-based machinery. Record and interpret technical information relating to land-based service, maintenance and repair operations. Apply the principles of customer care when dealing with internal and external customers relevant to own role. Maintain service and warranty records, record data and report findings to stakeholders. Carry out pre delivery inspections and conduct assembly as required on land-based equipment and prime movers. Check settings and make adjustments on land-based equipment to meet customer requirements. Carry out land-based machinery inspections. Training schedule When successful you will be awarded: Level 2 Land Based Service Engineer qualification Functional Skills maths & English (if required) More training information Training will be conducted both on your employer's premises and at our purpoose built training facility in Nottinghamshire. Requirements Essential qualifications GCSE in: English, Maths and Science (grade C/4 or above) Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know. Skills Communication skills IT skills Attention to detail Organisation skills Customer care skills Problem solving skills Number skills Analytical skills Logical Team working Initiative Non judgemental Patience Physical fitness Other requirements The John Deere dealer of tomorrow holds a wide range of opportunities and exciting prospects for the right people. However, this is a physically demanding role and you may be required to work unsociable hours during busy periods. About this employer With over 70 years of experience, Tuckwells is more than just a machinery dealer—we’re a family-run business dedicated to supporting farmers and turf professionals with innovative, reliable solutions. Our commitment is to your success, offering industry-leading expertise, advanced technology, and personalised service. https://www.tuckwells.com/ (opens in new tab) After this apprenticeship Upon completion of the Level 2 apprenticeship there may be the opportunity to undertake the Level 3 Land-Based Service Engineering Technician apprenticeship, further developing knowledge and skills As a fully qualified John Deere Agricultural Technician you will have access to further development opportunities within the company, extending your skills with additional training in areas such as compressed gas handling, welding, and, abrasive wheels, as well as going on to achieve LTA levels 3 and 4 (Master Technician) qualifications Ask a question The contact for this apprenticeship is: PROVQ LIMITED The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000005983.