Rating

7.7/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Junior M&E Engineer, Working within the project delivery function, managing packages of works, assisting with testing and commissioning of plant and equipment, production of electrical schematics and using 3d BIM models.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Electrical design Package management BEng Building Services Engineering LV Authorised Persons course Safe switching operations of HV/LV switchgear

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoy engaging with my colleagues and the atmosphere within work. The company has high ambitions and is well driven, this motivates me to work harder in order to make the most of the impressive projects I am working on. My main issue with the work is that it is not consistent, I often have periods when I am not busy. During this time I can become slightly demotivated and bored.

    7/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by Laing O'Rourke?
  • I feel well valued by the teams I have worked within, and I receive regular benefits for my hard work from the company

    8/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • It is well organized in areas, however, there is no defined learning programme in the work place, it is down the cadets to drive this themselves

    7/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • advice and support is often available within a fairly short amount of time and there is a large group of people that can be contacted regarding queries you might have, or any support needed.

    7/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • my team on site are extremely supportive of my training and personal development

    9/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • my university and travel costs are paid for by my employer, as well as any other training required. however, my pay has not been increased in almost two years, and compared to previous years, I am not being paid as much as they were at this stage of the training programme.

    7/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • The company organizes loads of sporting and charity events and my team often plans social events

    8/10

  • 9. Would you recommend Laing O'Rourke to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • It is a great company to work for with many different aspects of construction to consider. Each day has the possibility of being extremely diverse and often brings new lessons. As an engineer it gives young persons an opportunity to work on some of the largest and most prestigious sites in the UK.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Laing O'Rourke?
  • The application process will require you to put in a bit of time to research the construction industry and LOR. it is important to consider health and safety, and innovation within the industry


Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Engineering

Central London & City

June 2016


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