Apprentice Parts Retailer - Balmers Garden Machinery - Wakefield BALMERS GM LTD
Manage John Deere’s sophisticated parts systems, run a profitable retail environment, merchandise goods effectively, and understand the value of John Deere products and the importance of selling on quality rather than on price. In contrast to the Ag Tech and Turf Tech apprenticeships, the Parts Tech programme is delivered mainly in the workplace.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 31 Dec 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,982.40
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Monday - Friday, between 8.00am - 6.00pm, Saturday's may be on a rota basis.
Total hours per week: 40.0
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
31 Jan 2024
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Date posted
18 Sep 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000199232
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
- Communicating across the business using a variety of forms including verbal and electronic
- Processing parts orders from internal and retail customers along with processing warranty returns
- Identifying specific components using electronic parts catalogue
- Processing payment transactions
- Supporting the dealer and your colleagues to carry out regular stock taking activities
- Power Take Off (PTO) and hydraulic hose identification and manufacture
- Marketing activities and promotional campaigns
The training you will be getting
Level 2 Retailer standard:
- Functional Skills Levels 1 and 2 Certificated
- Four blocks of specific John Deere product training spread over the 2 years at the John Deere Apprentice Training Centre in Nottinghamshire
In contrast to the Ag Tech and Turf Tech apprenticeships, the John Deere Parts Tech apprenticeship programme is delivered mainly in the workplace, i.e. at the John Deere dealership where you are employed.
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
It is not uncommon for Parts Technicians to progress through the ranks to become Parts Managers.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
BALMERS GM LTD
https://www.balmersgm.com/about/wakefield
Address
Unit 13/14
Monckton Road Industrial Estate
Monckton Road
WF2 7AL
Training
Training provider
PROVQ LIMITED
Adjustments for experience
You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:
- training
- qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
- industry or sector experience
Contact
Julie Jones or Emma Powell
01743 762044
Apprenticeship standard
Retailer
Level 2 (GCSE)
Demonstrating experience
If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.
You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications
Employer's Application Instructions
Simply visit http://www.apprenticeshipfinder.co.uk/john-deere and click apply. Complete the application form and assessments in full and to the best of your ability.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 31 Dec 2023