As a company John Deere is renowned not just for its machinery, but also for its outstanding parts and service support. Your apprenticeship teaches you how to 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.

The main purpose of a retailer is to assist customers when they purchase products and services, which requires a good understanding of the stock being sold, the variety of ways customers can shop, and the ability to process payments, for example, using a till.

Retailers must be passionate about delivering a quality service that always aims to exceed customers’ expectations. Therefore, retailers enjoy direct contact with a wide range of people and are motivated by completing a sale and knowing a customer is happy with their purchase.

What will you do on the Parts Diploma pathway:

Your programme will combine training with paid employment, leading to nationally recognised and valued qualifications.

What will you learn:

On the parts diploma pathway, you’ll gain skills in maximising sales potential, processing parts orders for internal and retail customers, and mastering effective communication across various platforms. You’ll learn to identify components using electronic catalogues and participate in stock-taking and warehousing activities, while also supporting marketing campaigns and promotions.

How will you learn:

You will work at your chosen dealership with us, but also spend time at the John Deere Training Centre.

You are supported by your manager and mentor, gaining valuable workplace skills by undertaking practical tasks and experiencing real-life challenges.

The Parts Diploma pathway provides a structured and immersive learning experience, preparing your for a rewarding career in the agricultural industry.

What do you need to be successful?

  • Apprentices are required to have achieved English & Maths at GCSE A-C or 4 & above.
  • A willingness to learn and develop new skills.
  • You will be self-motivated; you know what you want and will work hard to get there with resilience when things get tough.
  • You will demonstrate the professional standards we expect of our future employees.

What will the application process entail:

Applications for 2025 close on the 24th February 2025.

Candidates will be invited for screening, and then successful candidates will be invited to interviews and assessment days.

If successful, you will be made a provisional offer of an apprenticeship pending your GCSE results and successful completion of the PROVQ initial assessment.

Further Questions:

Please contact your local Ben Burgess dealership for further questions: https://www.benburgess.co.uk