Rating

7.3/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • I maintain switchgear, transformers on the HV network and have various other tasks during the day. Planning work on the network is also a big part of the job

    7/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I've developed an appreciation for the LV and HV network and also improved my hand skills.

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoy it.

    8/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by SSE?
  • Health and safety is a massive aspect within the company so I feel secure and appreciated.

    7/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The programme I am during currently is quite new and therefore lacks a great structure but is progressing well.

    7/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • All members of staff are extremely friendly and helpful. I have a lot of training and feel like I have a lot of support.

    7/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • They are supportive and allow me to grow.

    7/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • It's decent pay but for the line of work we should be getting paid more.

    8/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • Yes, there will always be a need for electricity.

    7/10

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


  • 9b. Why?
  • Great way to get into the electrical distribution network and provides good training.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to SSE?
  • Focus on health and safety.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Central London & City

April 2017


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