Apprentice Agricultural Technician - Cornthwaite Agricultural Ltd - Nantwich

CORNTHWAITE AGRICULTURAL LIMITED

Cheshire, CW5 5PJ

Closes on Thursday 31 October

Posted on 14 June 2024

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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.

Annual wage
£13,312 a year

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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

Possible start date

Tuesday 5 November

Duration

2 Years

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

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

Millstone Lane

Nantwich

Cheshire

CW5 5PJ

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

PROVQ LIMITED

Your training course

Land-based service engineer (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents
  • Select and apply appropriate tools and equipment, demonstrate dexterity, resourcefulness, and a professional approach to service engineering practice.
  • Maintain and conduct basic repairs and maintenance activities on power units, and power trains, mechanical equipment, plant and machinery and their associated systems and components either under supervision or following procedures and service schedules prepared by the manufacturer or employer.
  • Thermally and chemically join metals and materials.
  • Access and interpret technical data relating to service and maintenance operations in accordance with the manufacturer’s documentation.
  • Communicate with customers and colleagues expressing technical information in clear concise terms whilst demonstrating customer care principles.
  • Work efficiently both under supervision, individually and as a team member.
  • Demonstrate a logical, safe and systematic approach to work practices.
  • Carry out operational tests on low technology plant, equipment and machinery.
  • Communicate using a range of methods. This will include delivering oral and written reports to colleagues and customers regarding the work carried out on equipment

    • Your training plan

    When successful you will be awarded:

    • Level 2 Land Based Service Engineer qualification
    • Functional Skills Maths & English (if required)
    • Blended on/off the job training and location to be confirmed

    Requirements

    Desirable qualifications

    GCSE or equivalent in:

    • English & Maths (grade C/4 or above)

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship 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 company

    We started out in 2007 with a single outlet and set out on a mission: to grow the business to ensure long term stability in an ever-changing marketplace. Now employing over 100 staff and consistently selling over 600 new and used tractors each year in the UK and beyond, we’ve grown considerably since our humble beginnings. We now have 5 outlets located in Nantwich, Bispham Green, Kendal, Carlisle and Dumfries.

    https://www.cornthwaitegroup.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 Recruitment Team

    recruitment@provq.com

    01743 762044

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000258171.

    Apply now

    Closes on Thursday 31 October

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