Rating

8.1/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • My role involves repairs and maintainence of all types of lift. This includes minor repairs and upgrades of individual components/parts through to major refurbishments and modernisations. Both mechanical and electrical skills are developed through this roll.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Electrical and mechanical skills, team working and communication skills have been built upon.

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoy my programme as it challenges me daily and every day is different. I get to meet all kinds of people and go to all types of places within my branch area!

    9/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by Stannah?
  • Working as part of a team makes me feel like a valued employee at Stannah as the outcome of the job requires co-operation and co-ordination. The success of jobs therefore depends on both engineers working simultaneously.

    7/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The structure of the programme is ideal for individuals looking to learn, starting off with your BTEC level 3 in engineering whilst working on site with an engineer. Then moving onto the NVQ and working in other parts of the business to gain more experience and knowledge.

    9/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • I have direct numbers for my training provider who i can contact at any point for advice or help.

    8/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • I receive support from Stannah whenever i need it. Any training i request to go on will be sorted which really helps me to develop. Information for my qualifications is readily available and there is always somebody to answer my questions

    9/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • The salary/package covers all costs with opportunities for overtime and performance bonus. In addition private healthcare and pension are also part of the package.

    9/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • There are opportunities to get together with your work colleagues outside of work such as paintballing or even just a drink in the pub!

    5/10

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


  • 9b. Why?
  • Stannah are a great company to work for. They care about you as an individual and your success which makes you strive to do better!


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Stannah?
  • Applying to stannah is ideal if you're a team player with good communication and willing to learn. Take every opportunity and look at everything you are tasked with as an opportunity to develop yourself.


Details

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Engineering

West Midlands

July 2016


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