Substation Apprentice Review

by National Grid

Rating

9.6/10

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

Either working as a fitter on site carrying out general basic and major maintenance's or if i am in training at the academy then attending a 9-4:30 course which can be either theory or practical work.

9/10

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

I have developed many skills whilst at National Grid, the most prominent being communication and practical skills.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy every day of my job weather i am on site or training at the academy.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by National Grid?

Contrary to what i thought before i started i really feel like i am a respected and valuable member of my team on site.

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The organisation of the programme can sometimes be a little off but for the most part i always know where i am and what i am supposed to be doing, sometimes up to a year in advance.

9/10

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

I receive all the support i need weather i am at the academy training and need guidance with the course i am on or if i am on site and need assistance in completing a task or with work i have been given by the academy.

10/10

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

Again i receive plenty of support from my employer, if i have a question about anything either training or site related he is always happy to help me in any way he can.

10/10

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

My salary more than covers my cost of living and also enables me to spend money on myself.

10/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Yes, there are plenty of opportunities throughout the year that i am constantly notified of in case i would like to get involved.

9/10

9. Would you recommend National Grid to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I have already recommended about 5 of my friends to apply for a job at National Grid, this is because i feel like i receive the training i need to forward my skills as well as getting paid a very generous amount whist training.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to National Grid?

Just go for it, the assessment center is a great experience and if you manage to get the job then you have landed a fantastic career in a large company that i have not yet been able to fault.