At Scot JCB Group, our driving ambition is to offer the best customer service in the industry - so we need the best technicians, trained to a world-class standard.
This is where you come in!Our apprenticeship scheme is perfect for those who are fascinated by all things mechanical and agricultural and are looking to continue their learning journey while also earning a wage and experiencing a workplace environment.
Our 4-year apprenticeship programme will provide you with the experience, training and support needed to become a fully qualified Service Engineer.As a family business, we pride ourselves on looking after our team and building strong relationships; we work together, we learn together, and we laugh together.If this sounds good, then apply now and engineer your future with Scot Agri!Who are we?The Scot JCB Group is made up of Scot JCB, Scot Agri, SPS and SIA.Scot Agri was formed in June 2021 when Kelso & Lothian Harvesters and A M Phillip Agritech joined forces.
Scot Agri provides machinery sales, service, and parts from JCB, Massey Ferguson, Valtra, HORSCH, Ktwo, Vicon, McHale and more across our nine agricultural depots.
We pride ourselves on offering unrivalled customer service and industry leading response times.This apprenticeship involves:Attending SRUC Barony college on block release and completing course work as required as part of the AGCO apprenticeship programme.
You'll graduate with an SVQ Level 3 in Land Based EngineeringWorking alongside engineers in the workshop and out on siteCarrying out PDI's on new machinesCarrying out repairs to second-hand machinesBuilding up experience over 4 years to work towards working from your own vanAdhering to company policies and proceduresWorking flexibly to support the needs of our customers, including SaturdaysYou'll learn how to:Repair and maintain machines on customers sites as required with manufacturers specificationCarry out inspections and repairs of machines at our depot as requiredIdentify any deficiency or defect likely to affect the safe working of a machine, and raise this with your supervisorComplete job cards and time sheetsOrder parts for the jobs you are working onBuild relationships with your supervisor and other engineersThe ideal candidate will have:Genuine interest in agricultural machinery and hands on workQualifications in Maths, English and a practical subject; however we will consider candidates at all levelsThe ability to work well with others and be confident enough to ask engineers questionsGood interpersonal skills and a good understanding of the importance of excellent customer serviceGood computer skillsA positive and can-do attitudeA flexible approach to learning and workIn return you will receive: Yearly salary review39-hour basic working week and competitive overtime ratesAverage holiday pay to reflect overtime worked30 days annual leave, increasing with length of service up to a total of 35 daysThe option to buy/sell up to 5 days annual leave per yearUniform, overalls, and computer tabletHealth and wellbeing plan - cashback for dentist, opticians, physio and moreEmployee Assistance Programme - free counselling and legal adviceAccess to high street discounts and savings through PerksContributory pension schemeLife assurance of three times your annual salaryEmployee referral programmeManufacturers and in-house trainingWe will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
The successful candidate will commence their Apprenticeship in Summer 2025.