Operations Assistant Review

My role on a day to day basis at Burton Power (car parts and accessories shop) was to manage third party supplies and oversaw stock maintenance. Furthermore I was responsible for handling invoice logging information and acted mas a middle man between client and the company itself.

I developed the skills of speaking to the public which increased my confidence and learning skills in stock control. Understanding stock control allowed me to pitch new ideas to make the stock control more efficient.

I enjoyed the programme with my full extent as the team were extremely friendly and gave me advice at any time. I was also given the opportunity to work at Burton power in the future which I did (during school holidays).

I felt appreciation from everyone as the team recognized the work that I was putting in and taking the initiative when possible. I also felt appreciated from departments from one department to another.

Burton Power is well organised, the induction was clear and the training was mainly remembering codes and where they were placed. I was given simple tasks to begin with and then being delegated more responsible jobs as i progressed in the company.

I received an overwhelming amount of support from my training provider as they showed me what the best course of action was when there problems arisen from the daily tasks at hand.

I received some support from the employer but the employer was working in a different department so the support was more on the hiring side of things so there was a limit to what support was given to me. Though

As this was a work experience placement, the location was within walking distance so there were no travel costs. Daily costs was mainly food for lunch and a vending machine for sodas at a cheap price. The salary itself was at minimum wage (at the time).

I would say more opportunities in the retail industry rather than the cars/mechanics side for my role as my tasks mainly focused on stock control and handling invoice logging information.

Yes

This is a great experience if they are looking for a first job basis. The team at Burton Power will help you if they can see that you're putting in the effort.

Be confident and show that you are willing to learn, essentially be "hungry" for the job. Furthermore, try to take the initiative where possible (without affecting anyone else)