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10/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Quality control and technical based role ensuring the products we manufacture meet specification to ensure regulatory compliance.

    10/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • This was a complete career change for me so I have developed an array of new skills in regards to mineral extraction and the manufacturing of asphalt.

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I absolutely loved the Professional Operator Development Programme (PODP). Every month I looked forward to going to the Safety Park where we would be taught new skills by experienced individuals. I enjoyed completing all the coursework we were given.

    10/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Very well organised! There was an entire team at Tarmac dedicated to ensuring the programme ran smoothly. Even the booking of hotels for trips away was all taken care of.

    10/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • Tarmac is very supportive of any training. I was given all the time I needed to complete my course. I now look forward to continuing my studies at university.

    10/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • My training provider provided me with all the support I required.

    10/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • The qualification was very specific to what I do in my role so it is very useful. It has also boosted my confidence at work.

    10/10

  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
  • There are a number of social enterprises and development programmes that individuals can get involved in if they wish.

    10/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend Tarmac to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • I've been working for 23 years and this is the best role and employer I have found so far. 100% recommend. Everything I need I am provided with.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Tarmac?
  • Make sure you have a good work ethic, work hard and be prepared for early mornings and late nights!


Details

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Laboratory Technician

Nottingham

May 2025


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