Apprenticeships in Land-Based Service Engineering

Reaseheath delivers agricultural engineering apprenticeship training for industry-leading companies including JCB and the wider JCB dealer network, while also working with small and medium-sized businesses across the sector.

This apprenticeship is suitable for employed land-based service engineers who are interested in developing their technical and professional skills and knowledge.

You will be trained by specialist staff in our fully equipped workshops to ensure you gain the technical knowledge required for a successful career in modern engineering.

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Level 2 Land-Based Service Engineer Apprenticeship

What will I study?

You will develop advanced technical skills and knowledge to:

Provide after-sales support for a wide range of land-based machinery and equipment.
Work with mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, electronic, and robotic systems.
Assist skilled technicians with repair work on customer sites.
Provide technical support to customers and businesses to maintain their equipment.
Work with organisations such as golf courses, amenity providers, contractors, farming estates, hire companies, and dealership networks.
Maintain and service a variety of machinery and equipment.
Assemble machinery and carry out pre-delivery inspections on new equipment.
Prepare used machinery and equipment for resale or hire, including fitting aftermarket accessories.
Clean and decontaminate machinery and equipment.
Carry out routine maintenance, servicing, repairs, and diagnostics, including removing and refitting components and sub-assemblies.
Operate land-based machinery and equipment to perform functional tests (where qualified to do so).
Understand how land-based machinery operations impact the environment, sustainability, contamination control, machinery setup, and customer requirements.
Communicate and interact with internal and external customers including colleagues, suppliers, manufacturers, businesses, and members of the public.
Work under the supervision of a Land-Based Service Engineering Technician.
Complete work to specification, on schedule, and to required quality standards.
Follow all relevant policies and procedures, including environmental and health & safety regulations.
Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths may be required depending on your previous qualifications.

How long will it take?

24 months (block release) plus a 6-month End Point Assessment (EPA) period.

What qualifications do I need to start?

Preferably 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths
Good understanding of IT systems
Completion of entry assessment

What qualifications will I gain?

Level 2 Land-Based Service Engineer Apprenticeship
Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths (if required)

Course options after this programme

Level 3 Apprenticeship – Land Based Service Engineering Technician

Career options

Agricultural Service Engineer
Field Service Engineer
Fixed Plant and Equipment Service Engineer
Forestry Equipment Service Engineer
Horticultural Service Engineer
Land-Based Engineer
Outdoor Power Equipment Service Engineer
Workshop Fitter
Workshop Mechanic
Workshop-Based Engineer

Level 3 Land-Based Service Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

What will I study?

You will develop advanced technical skills and knowledge to:

Work either within an employer’s workshop or on-site using a fully equipped service vehicle.
Act as an ambassador for the employer’s business and the products represented in a customer-facing role.
Deliver technical support to end users, dealership networks, or manufacturing operations.
Support customers with the installation, setup, maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of land-based equipment throughout its full operating lifecycle.
Conduct inspections, consultations, and produce condition reports.
Diagnose and repair complex faults in prime movers, machinery, and equipment.
Prepare repair proposals and implement timely, cost-effective solutions.
Verify machinery performance against manufacturer specifications and customer expectations.
Understand the interaction between machinery, biological systems, crop conditions, and the working environment to optimise performance and efficiency.
Perform multi-disciplinary diagnostic activities involving mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, electronic, autonomous, and automated systems.
Communicate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders including colleagues, suppliers, manufacturers, businesses, and the public.
Work to specification, quality requirements, and deadlines with minimal supervision.
Take responsibility for managing and completing assigned tasks.
Work safely within land-based environments, understanding health and safety requirements and the implications of lone working.
Supervise or mentor junior colleagues where required and provide advice to customers on machinery selection and advanced technologies.
Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths may be required depending on your previous qualifications.

How long will it take?

24 months (block release) plus a 6-month End Point Assessment (EPA) period.

What qualifications do I need to start?

Completion of the Level 2 Land-Based Service Engineer Apprenticeship is required before starting this programme
Preferably 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths
A good understanding of IT systems
Completion of an entry assessment

What qualifications will I gain?

Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship – Land-Based Service Engineering Technician
Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths (if required)

Course options after this programme

Progress further within the land-based engineering industry
Continue your education through higher-level study or a university degree

Career options

Agricultural Machinery Service Technician
Agricultural Service Technician
Field Service Technician
Forestry Service Engineering Technician
Golf and Turf Service Technician
Grounds Care Service Technician
Horticultural Service Engineering Technician
Land-Based Service Engineering Technician
Milking System Technician

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How much will this course cost?

Apprenticeships are funded through government and employer contributions. If you are:

16-21 your training will be fully funded*
21+ an employer contribution may be required
Working for a large business or organisation (Payroll of £3m+) your training may be funded from your employers Digital Apprenticeship Service Account
*small to medium businesses who employ an apprentice between 16-18 may be eligible to receive a financial government incentive

Transport

We offer a high-quality college bus service which collects over 1,400 students every day from across Cheshire and surrounding areas. This makes getting to Reaseheath easy, safe and affordable for all of our students.

For more information and to find a list of our bus routes, prices and to apply for your bus pass, please visit the transport page on our website.

How do I apply?

If you have an employer and you would like to apply for an apprenticeship you can apply now online. You can also view our live vacancies or complete an online enquiry form and a member of the apprenticeship team will contact you.

For a step by step guide on the application process visit the how to apply pages on our website.

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