Ryan Duff Review

by Siemens

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.7/10

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

I work as a level 4 competent service technician. I will either attend a faulted turbine or I will service a turbine. My role involves carrying out preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance and fault finding on various models of wind turbine.

10/10

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

Yes I have learned how to safely work with stored energy systems such as electricity, hydraulics of mechanical (springs etc). I have also gained valuable fault finding skills on wind turbine systems.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have thoroughly enjoyed my apprenticeship with Siemens and I believe the training I have received to be "World Class" .

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by Siemens?

I feel valuable to the company as the recognition structure in place is very good. I have received several "champions awards" that resulted in e vouchers, I receive a generous Christmas bonus every year and finally i have attended the work award ceremony.

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I think the training is good and the overall structure makes sense, but courses for career advancement could be more easily accessible. I think options should be available for those wanting to attain further qualifications such as a HNC etc.

7/10

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

I have received great support from tutors and technical trainers, I can't complain.

8/10

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

Again support from my employer at site level and office level has been excellent.

8/10

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

Great salary for an apprentice, my only complaint is our food allowance as we have to pay for food out of our own pocket when working away which can become very costly on a 2 week rotation, or training abroad.

7/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Siemens encourages volunteering and they can give you up to two paid days to do so.

8/10

9. Would you recommend Siemens to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a great opportunity that opens up multiple career paths within the engineering Industry.

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

The biggest issue is living away from home as the job can require a lot of travel. Sometimes months away from home are required and this can be challenging.