Apprentice Turf Technician - Ripon Ground Care - Swanland

RIPON FARM SERVICES LTD

East Riding of Yorkshire, HU14 3QZ

Closes on Thursday 31 October

Posted on 19 June 2024

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Summary

As an Apprentice Turf Technician, you will be using John Deere’s sophisticated parts systems to maintain inventory as well as service & repair of agricultural machinery and equipment both at the dealership & out in the field.

Annual wage
£13,312 a year

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Training course
Land-based service engineer (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday, between 8.00am and 6.00pm. Saturday's may be required on a rota basis.

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 and 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 weekly to a mentor or Service Manager regarding ongoing activities and progression.
  • Maintaining the condition of inventory, tools & equipment.
  • Following all safety rules and regulations.

Where you’ll work

Occupation Lane

Swanland, North Ferriby

Hull

East Riding of Yorkshire

HU14 3QZ

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

    • Level 2 Land-based service engineer Standard qualification. 
    • Functional Skills in maths & English (if required).
    • Training consists of residential block release and online training sessions.

    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
    • Administrative skills
    • Number skills
    • Analytical skills
    • Logical
    • Team working
    • Initiative
    • Non judgemental
    • Patience

    Other requirements

    Working in a John Deere dealership you will be a key member of an inclusive and dynamic workforce. The John Deere dealer of tomorrow is a challenging business, with a wide range of opportunities and exciting prospects for the right people. The job can be physically demanding. You may be required to work unsociable hours during busy periods

    About this company

    Ask anyone about the biggest asset that exists within the Ripon Farm Services organisation, and they will tell you it's our people. People with the right, 'make it happen' attitude are the reason why our company has the reputation of being at the forefront of excellence in customer service. It's reflected both in the certified and qualified professionals who have worked with us for many years and have become part of farming life in our region.

    https://www.riponfarmservices.com/ (opens in new tab)

    After this apprenticeship

    As a fully qualified John Deere Turf 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 VAC1000258712.

    Apply now

    Closes on Thursday 31 October

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