Mechanical Technician Apprentice Review

by Siemens

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.7/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Currently I am at college and learning all the skills needed, mainly in the workshop

    9/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • I've learnt all skills for fitting, such as chiselling, turning, milling and drilling

    9/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I love learning how to operate new machinery and techniques in order to carry out a job

    10/10
  • 4. How valued do you feel by Siemens?

    • I feel very looked after and seen to, and people treat me like an adult

    10/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • The time tables are laid out to create a perfectly laid out and timed day

    10/10
  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

    • With all my tutors, I receive a lot of support and help when I need it

    10/10
  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • My employer helps me when I need assistance with something and ensures I am well looked after

    10/10
  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

    • I often have money to spare after paying bills and buying food. The pay is very good

    10/10
  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

    • There are opportunities for all types of people

    9/10
  • 9. Would you recommend Siemens to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • It's an amazing experience for anyone wanting to get into engineering

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

    • I believe it helps to have finished your A levels personally as I was not mature enough at GCSE

Details

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Engineering

East Midlands

February 2017

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