Rating

7.9/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • On a regular basis I will be looking at specific electrical faults that have occurred on a unit, I will also carry out general maintenance on units such as oil changes and testing safety systems.

    7/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have learnt essential skills in fault finding which include reading schematics and reducing time spent on a fault.

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoy being part of Siemens because I get to work along side skilled technicians and engineers who teach me specific skills that will help me progress within the company.

    8/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by Siemens?
  • I attend many courses throughout the year which costs Siemens a lot of money, Siemens are investing in my future which makes me feel valued.

    8/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • as a Siemens apprentice I have to take a responsibility for my own learning and organisation. Siemens create a solid structure so I can organise my learning easily.

    8/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • a lot of support whether that is through email or in person.

    8/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • when ever I need support I can ask and they are there to help me out.

    8/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • not very well seeing as I spend too much, as far as apprenticeship wages go I do get a very good wage.

    8/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • I golf a lot and go to football games, there are lots more to do but I seem to stick to golf and football.

    8/10

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


  • 9b. Why?
  • Siemens has many benefits but the main one for me is that it feels like your job is secure in the long run.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Siemens?
  • Make sure your CV and cover letter is professional i.e. no spelling errors etc.


Details

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Engineering

North West

January 2016


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