Land-based service engineering technician

Level

Advanced · like A-levels

Length

2 yrs

typical

Sector

Agriculture, environmental and animal care

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Providing advanced technical support and guidance across a diverse range of plant and equipment in sectors such as agriculture, horticulture, forestry and outdoor power.

What you'd do

Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic faults using diagnostic equipment

Remove, overhaul, and refit major components including engines and gearboxes

Programme and update electronic control units using manufacturer software

Carry out complex servicing to manufacturer schedules and tolerances

Road-test or field-test repaired machinery to confirm the fault is resolved

Prepare accurate estimates and update customers on repair progress

Maintain records of work carried out and parts used on each job

What you'd learn

Advanced engine, transmission, hydraulic, and electrical system theory

How to use manufacturer diagnostic software to interpret fault codes

Welding, fabrication, and machining skills used in land-based repair work

Precision measuring instruments and how to use them accurately

GPS guidance and precision farming technology fitted to modern machinery

Customer service and how to explain technical faults in plain language

Workshop management including parts ordering and job costing

Ready to look for a place?

See live Land-based service engineering technician apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

Find vacancies

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