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 8.00am - 6.00pm. Saturday's may be required 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 51 Enterprise Park Piddlehinton Dorchester DT2 7TU 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 the: Level 2, Land Based Service Engineering Technician qualification Functional Skills in ICT - level 2 (if GCSE or equivalent AC/9-4 is not already achieved) Functional Skills maths level 2 (if GCSE or equivalent AC/9-4 is not already achieved) Functional Skills English level 2 (if GCSE or equivalent AC/9-4 is not already achieved) Employment Rights and Responsibilities Personal Learning and Thinking Skills Requirements Desirable qualifications GCSE in: English (grade C/4 or above) Maths (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 Hunt Forest Group is built on the same vision that the late Roger Hunt installed when founding his agricultural engineering business over 50 years ago and one that the Hunt Forest Group leadership team enforces to this day – Service first, sales second. It is imperative that Hunt Forest Group and its knowledgeable team of employees maintain long-term sustainable relationships with our customers, helping them to grow through support, advice, and a profitable partnership. Supporting the lifecycle of the products we sell is a crucial journey to help grow our own business whilst delivering the scale and support that our customers not only expect but also deserve. https://huntforest.com/ (opens in new tab) After this apprenticeship 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 Recruitment Team recruitment@provq.com 01743 762044 The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000012690.