Services & Aftersales Technical Team Workshop Technician Apprentice
HUSQVARNA UK LIMITED
County Durham (DL5 6UP)
Closes in 7 days (Wednesday 28 October 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 20 October 2026
Contents
Summary
The Workshop Technical Apprentice will undertake a structured programme combining formal apprenticeship learning, Husqvarna technical training and supervised workplace experience.
- Wage
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Competitive
Competitive wage offered
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Husqvarna operate a graded structure for apprentices.
At the end of each academic year the apprentice will move onto the next grade. *subject to successful completion of previous academic year.
- Training course
- Mechatronics maintenance technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Thursday - 8:30 - 16:45
Friday - 8:30-3pm.
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 16 November 2026
- Duration
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4 years
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
The role will progressively develop the knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours necessary to diagnose, service, maintain, repair, inspect and evaluate Husqvarna products safely and to the required quality standard.
The apprentice will work alongside experienced Workshop Technicians, progressively moving from observation and supervised activity to demonstrating occupational competence against defined KSBs.
This builds on the current job specification, which already expects development through practical workshop experience, Husqvarna University and a recognised apprenticeship programme.
Working alongside experienced technicians, the apprentice will support the repair, maintenance, inspection and preparation of Husqvarna products while undertaking structured training and development through Husqvarna University and any recognised apprenticeship programme.
The role exists to build future technical capability within Husqvarna UK and support the delivery of premium customer experiences, dealer support and technical excellence across the Services & Aftersales function.
Key Responsibilities
Workshop Support
- Assist with the diagnosis, servicing and repair of Husqvarna products.
- Support workshop technicians in completing product inspections and evaluations.
- Prepare equipment for testing, repair and customer return.
- Undertake routine maintenance tasks under supervision.
- Assist with software updates, product upgrades and product campaigns.
- Learn safe operating procedures for workshop equipment and testing facilities.
Where you'll work
Preston Road
Aycliffe Industrial Park
Newton Aycliffe
County Durham
DL5 6UP
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
NC GROUP LTD
Training course
Mechatronics maintenance technician (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Use information technology, for example to create documentation, communication and information management.
- Obtain, read and interpret task related documentation, such as work instructions, quality control documents, drawings, operation manuals, specifications and service manuals.
- Record information for example job sheets, risk assessments, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.
- Conduct initial assessment of equipment that requires maintenance.
- Formulate plans setting out the methodology of the maintenance activity including timescales and resources.
- Select, prepare and use material, consumables, tools and equipment.
- Comply with health and safety regulations and organisational requirements applicable in the workplace. For example, COSHH, PUWER, LOLER, PPE and applying safe systems of work.
- Apply dynamic risk assessment, hazard identification and risk mitigation principles and techniques.
- Apply isolation principles and techniques to equipment undergoing maintenance, including dissipation of stored energies as required.
- Manufacture, repair and refurbish components using hand and machine tools.
- Restore the workplace on completion of the maintenance activity. Handover resources, consumables and equipment to process owner.
- Apply the techniques and processes used in reactive maintenance and repair activities on complex engineered systems such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems.
- Produce, maintain, update, record and store documentation including electronic items such as PLC and robot programmes.
- Apply techniques and processes used in planned and preventative maintenance activities on engineered systems such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems.
- Apply functional testing and checking techniques and processes after maintenance interventions, and handover to the operational team.
- Apply techniques and processes used in condition monitoring, non-destructive or sensory testing. Record findings and take necessary actions.
- Apply calculation techniques such as, feeds, speeds, tolerances, electrical calculations using Ohms law, power calculations and cable sizing calculations.
- Select, use and confirm calibration of electrical and mechanical testing and measuring equipment.
- Produce sketches or drawings to support maintenance activities.
- Communicate in writing. Prepare communications, documents and reports on technical matters.
- Segregate, separate and dispose of waste streams and by-products.
- Apply 4S or 5S principles of housekeeping to the work environment.
- Identify opportunities and make recommendations to improve operational performance.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques.
- Communicate with others verbally. Negotiate with colleagues or stakeholders. For example, to access equipment or arrange access to equipment.
- Follow equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
- Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.
- Apply fault finding techniques used in reactive maintenance on complex integrated systems including half split, input output, six point technique, function or performance testing, unit or component substitution and equipment diagnostics.
- Use information technology, for example to create documentation, communication and information management.
- Obtain, read and interpret task related documentation, such as work instructions, quality control documents, drawings, operation manuals, specifications and service manuals.
- Record information for example job sheets, risk assessments, equipment service records, test results, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, asset management records, work sheets, checklists, waste environmental records and any legal reporting requirements.
- Conduct initial assessment of equipment that requires maintenance.
- Formulate plans setting out the methodology of the maintenance activity including timescales and resources.
- Select, prepare and use material, consumables, tools and equipment.
- Comply with health and safety regulations and organisational requirements applicable in the workplace. For example, COSHH, PUWER, LOLER, PPE and applying safe systems of work.
- Apply dynamic risk assessment, hazard identification and risk mitigation principles and techniques.
- Apply isolation principles and techniques to equipment undergoing maintenance, including dissipation of stored energies as required.
- Manufacture, repair and refurbish components using hand and machine tools.
- Restore the workplace on completion of the maintenance activity. Handover resources, consumables and equipment to process owner.
- Apply the techniques and processes used in reactive maintenance and repair activities on complex engineered systems such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems.
- Produce, maintain, update, record and store documentation including electronic items such as PLC and robot programmes.
- Apply techniques and processes used in planned and preventative maintenance activities on engineered systems such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power and control systems.
- Apply functional testing and checking techniques and processes after maintenance interventions, and handover to the operational team.
- Apply techniques and processes used in condition monitoring, non-destructive or sensory testing. Record findings and take necessary actions.
- Apply calculation techniques such as, feeds, speeds, tolerances, electrical calculations using Ohms law, power calculations and cable sizing calculations.
- Select, use and confirm calibration of electrical and mechanical testing and measuring equipment.
- Produce sketches or drawings to support maintenance activities.
- Communicate in writing. Prepare communications, documents and reports on technical matters.
- Segregate, separate and dispose of waste streams and by-products.
- Apply 4S or 5S principles of housekeeping to the work environment.
- Identify opportunities and make recommendations to improve operational performance.
- Apply continuous improvement techniques.
- Communicate with others verbally. Negotiate with colleagues or stakeholders. For example, to access equipment or arrange access to equipment.
- Follow equity, diversity and inclusion procedures.
- Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning and development activities.
- Apply fault finding techniques used in reactive maintenance on complex integrated systems including half split, input output, six point technique, function or performance testing, unit or component substitution and equipment diagnostics.
Training schedule
The training will take place on a day release delivery method at NC Group LTD for the duration of the programme.
It will be expected that the apprentice;
Participate fully in all apprenticeship and training programmes.
Complete assigned Husqvarna University learning modules.
Develop knowledge across:
- Robotic Lawnmowers
- Battery Products
- Chainsaws
- Trimmers and Brushcutters
- Ride-on Mowers
- Professional Groundcare Equipment
Maintain a personal development plan and training records.
Work towards agreed technical competency levels.
More training information
During the apprenticeship programme, the apprentice will progressively develop capability in:
- Mechanical servicing and repairs.
- Electrical and electronic diagnostics.
- Robotic mower systems.
- Product software and connectivity.
- Customer and dealer communication.
- Warranty investigation processes.
- Workshop administration systems.
- Product quality reporting.
- Safe working practices.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
- Science (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
About this employer
Who are we? We make a difference to people who shape green spaces and urban environments through our leadership in user-centered and sustainable solutions. With our passion for innovation, we create products and services for customers around the world. Currently operating over 3 divisions, Husqvarna Forest & Garden, Gardena and Husqvarna Construction, we are 14k employees globally and are the market leaders in robotic mowing.
https://www.husqvarna.com/uk/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- Company Pension Scheme
- Benefits Platform
- 25 Salaried Holiday Plus Public Holidays
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice would typically progress into a Workshop Technician role within the Services & Aftersales Technical Team, taking responsibility for diagnosing, servicing, repairing and supporting Husqvarna products with increasing independence.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
HUSQVARNA UK LIMITED
Rufus Ayre
rufus.ayre@husqvarnagroup.com
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000060040.
Apply now
Closes in 7 days (Wednesday 28 October 2026 at 11:59pm)