Ag Tech Apprentice

Ag Tech Apprentice Ben Burgess Holbeach From £8.00 per hour

This exciting opportunity provides hands on experience in agricultural machinery maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs. As an Ag Tech Apprentice at Ben Burgess, you will work closely with experienced technicians, gaining valuable skills and knowledge in the field of agricultural technology. The apprenticeship is designed to equip you with the skills and expertise necessary to become a proficient agricultural machinery technician, particularly specialising in John Deere equipment.

The Ag Tech Apprenticeship provides a structured and immersive learning experience, preparing you for a rewarding career in agricultural machinery technology.

What you will learn

With the emphasis firmly on farm 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 John Deere diagnostic equipment.

Our Land Based Service Engineering apprenticeship follows the Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard; Land Based Service Engineering Technician (ST0243).

How you will learn

You will work at your chosen dealership with us, but also spend time at the John Deere Apprentice Training Centre near Nottingham.

You are supported by a designated Learning Advisor and by your manager and mentor, gaining valuable workplace skills by undertaking practical tasks and experiencing real life challenges.

You will be provided with an individually tailored learning plan, with progress monitored by your Learning Advisor who will make regular visits to you for on the job review and guidance.

What we look for

• Five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above (including Maths, English, and Science)
• Ability to commute to our Holbeach depot Monday - Friday.
• Enthusiasm for agricultural machinery and engineering.
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• You will be self motivated; you know what you want and will work hard to get there with resilience when things get tough.
• You will demonstrate the professional standards and core values we expect of our employees.

Ben Burgess is a Disability Confident Employer.