Operations Leadership Higher Apprentice Review

by GE Aerospace

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.6/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Operations apprentice- working in supply chain functions in the busienss. I started with 4, 4 month rotations in stores, sourcing, Account coordination and New product introduction. I am now in my year placement in the quality department where I am looking at process improvement. I have got to work with many leaders in the business as well as talking to people in relevant departments to the project i am on.

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I am working towards a foundation degree in Leadership capability through ACUA part of Coventry University and have completed corporate training courses in inclusive leadership and effective coaching

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the company culture and the support we get from leaders and also others on the apprenticeship scheme.

9/10

4. How valued do you feel by GE Aerospace?

I feel very valued at GE due to the support we get from people in the departments I am in, senior leaders and also the apprenticeship leader.

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Our program has a good stucture where we have time allocated to do university work in the working week which is back up by the apprenticeship lead.

9/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

We have weekly catch ups where we are able to raise any issues or answer any questions

8/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I have an asigned mentor who i have meetings with on a regular basis to help with any problems or answer any questions

9/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

I live at home but salary covers travel costs and social costs easily

9/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

there are lots of events put on by the company which people are urged to get involved in for example GECO(GE campus olympics) and the family mega day.

8/10

9. Would you recommend GE Aerospace to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

-Opportunities available -salary -culture

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to GE Aerospace?

How to ask questions and get heard in such a large company