Rating

8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • I'm allocated to the cost engineering department, my daily tasks include research based projects, evaluation of supplier quotes and piece cost estimation. I have regular interactions with suppliers, attending sourcing meetings, cost negotiations and specification reviews. I have limited responsibility as every 4 months I go to a different team as part of my training plan.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Foundation Degree in applied engineering NVQ Level 3 Supplier led external training in leather processing, PIM, casting, stamping etc. Internal IT training on CAPPe, teamcentre, microsoft packages, vis mockup etc

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • The tasks I get involved in vary from one month to the next, which keeps the programme interesting and engaging. The atmosphere within the teams at JLR is very positive, a lot of people really back the apprenticeship programme, investing a lot of time in training. I very much enjoy the scheme, there are aspects which need improvement, but the vast majority exceeds expectations.

    8/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by JLR?
  • The management within cost engineering closely manage apprentices in the department, they are aware of the work we get involved in and recognise the work being done. I've had 2 recognition awards so far, for my involvement in supporting L462 seating sourcing and for achieving a distinction in a University costing course I was enrolled on.

    8/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The structure and organisation develops year on year, as the 2012 cohort was the first major intake of apprentices, we experienced a few issues initially, however the whole process is much smoother now. The support system in place and training programme as a whole is very comprehensive.

    9/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • My current academic training provider is Warwick University (BEng), I have found their general attitude and ability to deal with problems the cohort have raised has been very disappointing. The foundation degree delivered by Warwickshire College was at a much higher standard.

    2/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • I receive a great deal of support from my employer, the managers and mentors I've had so far have been very able and willing to provide what ever guidance I need.

    10/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • The salary is very good, and the process for claiming expenses is quick and simple.

    10/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • There aren't many department events (1-2 a year), however the company does provide £200 per annum for external activities. JLR regularly supports CSR events at schools and colleges which provides opportunities to promote apprenticeships.

    8/10

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


  • 9b. Why?
  • The apprenticeship programme salary is one of the best available, the training and work experience gained over 6 years will set you up for a career in engineering.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to JLR?
  • The application process is very straight forward, but I would have like to have been told not to worry about slow response times, it takes JLR a long time to determine which apprentices have been successful at each stage.


Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Engineering

West Midlands

March 2016


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