Apprentice Review

Now I am nearing the end of my apprenticeship, my day to day roles are based out of the technical office. This involes the checking of gauging clearances and management of on track machines

I have learnt many new skill since starting with Network Rail, as it is such a big industry which is run with so many tolerances

I have enjoyed the 2nd and 3rd year of my apprenticeship the most as this is based out of my local maintenance depot. Where I have been on multiple placements with all the different teams that operate in the area

The training and support that is provided is second to none and I feel highly valued in my local depot

The programme is fairly well organised given the shear volume of apprentices in the system at anyone time

The training provider provided lots of support to help me complete the require assignments

Network Rail have also given lots of support trying to meet everyone's different learning styles

The salary is good, however it would be very hard to live off it on your own

Due to the size of the company there are lots of different opportunities avaible outside of work time

Yes

Because they offer competitive rates of pay, are willing to spend the money on training and offer lots of employee benefits

be prepared to be working unsocial hrs and always be willing to learn new skills