- Duration
Typically, 24-36 months, dependent on entry qualifications and experience with an additional 6-month End Point Assessment window.
- Location
- Plumpton College
Course Overview
The Land-based Service Engineer Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard is designed for technicians looking to develop advanced skills and progress within the land-based engineering sector. Equipping apprentices with knowledge, behaviours and practical expertise to provide advanced technical support across a wide range of agricultural, horticultural, plant and land-based machinery this programme has been developed partnership with industry to enable apprentices to gain the full range of skills and behaviours needed to become highly competent service engineers.
Land-based Service Engineering Technicians typically work customers premises, inspecting, diagnose and repair complex faults on advanced technical machinery, and using initiative to solve problems on the spot. This is a customer-facing role in which you will provide technical advice and support to customers. In order to be successful, apprentices need to develop a broad understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, as well as strong communication and problem-solving skills.
This apprenticeship opens the door to a wide range of roles within the land-based engineering sector.
Modules
Delivery Model
This apprenticeship will launch in October 2026, and will be delivered by block delivery, with an induction block in November 2026, followed by 7 further blocks throughout the academic year.
Entry Requirements
GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 and above (or equivalent)
Basic IT skills and competence to complete online portfolios
Employed in a relevant job role with the opportunity to undertake the range of tasks required to enable qualification completion
To enrol onto an apprenticeship programme you need to be employed with a contract of employment. If you have an employer lined up or are already employed please contact our Business Services team on 01273 892127 or via email.
You must be in a role that will allow you the opportunity to develop the necessary skills, knowledge and behaviours set out in the apprenticeship. Additionally, apprentices must have a working level of maths and English that will allow successful achievement of level 1 functional skill prior to the end point assessment.
If you do not currently have an employer please visit the main Apprenticeships page for guidance on how to find and apply for an apprenticeship opportunity or register for our Talent Bank service.
If you are an employer and would like to recruit or enrol an existing employee onto an apprenticeship please contact our Business Services team on 01273 892127 or via email.
Duration
Typically, 24-36 months, dependent on entry qualifications and experience with an additional 6-month End Point Assessment window.
Some apprentices could complete sooner depending on their previous experience and qualifications, their performance during the apprenticeship and opportunities to develop their skills and knowledge in the workplace.
