Apprentice Land Based Service Engineer

Year 1 Learn to perform routine service and maintenance operations.  Identify machinery components. Prepare equipment for repairs (e.g. cleaning, dismantling and reassembling).  Years 2 - 4 Give advice and guidance about machinery.  Diagnose and find faults to recommend the best course of action to a customer or according to the manufacturer’s specifications. 

Training:
For the full apprenticeship, candidates will complete Level 2 Diploma in Work- Based Land Based Service Engineering Operations First Aid Level 1-2 in English Functional Skills Level 1-2 in maths Functional Skills
 
At the end of Year 1, apprentices will complete their End Point Assessments (EPA) and will achieve their Land Based Service Engineer certificate, before moving on to become a Land Based Service Engineering Technician, providing they have gained the relevant Functional Skills.

For the End Point Assessment (EPA) apprentices will undertake a knowledge test, some practical tasks and a professional discussion. If completing Year 4 on the programme, apprentices will also carry out a presentation on a topic relevant to their chosen pathway, alongside these other assessments.

Apprentices must attend college sessions in block weeks at the Easton campus, located to the west of Norwich. 

Training Outcome:

A position may be available for the right candidate following successful completion of the apprenticeship. The business is looking for somebody who wants to develop and gain a position following their apprenticeship.  

Employer Description:
B&C Farming is a contract farming business based in north Norfolk. We have a full time workshop manager and aim to do as much in house as possible in terms of repairs, preventative maintenance, servicing, breakdown response and management of new or improvement projects. The business is spread across a number of locations and owns a significant amount of machinery to tend to.

Working Hours :
37.5 hours per week (under 18) option for more hours if over 18. Monday - Friday 0700 - 1600 Some weekend working (Age Dependent) 30 minutes for lunch plus additional morning and afternoon break.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Commitment,Excellent Time Keeping,Motivation