Rating

10/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • My job title is a Robot Technician. As part of my daily tasks I have to fix and maintain robots in order to keep the line moving. I interact with all employees daily as well as shadowing a fully trained robot technician. I go out to schools regularly and promote apprenticeships. As part of my apprenticeship I have many responsibilities, such as; time keeping and punctuality. I have a project on going at college, it involves redesigning a jig. I enjoy working.

    10/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Overall I have developed a number of new skills since starting my apprenticeship, such as welding, fabrication and programming.

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I greatly enjoy my apprenticeship, the level of experience gained is fantastic. The company is great. Caterpillar offer a shares and pension scheme for all apprenticeships which I like. Caterpillar met and surpassed all my expectations. I really enjoy it.

    10/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by Caterpillar?
  • I feel very valued by Caterpillar. They treat all the apprentices very well. All the management team treat me well, offering any help and support I need.

    10/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Overall the program is very well organized and well structured. The training and support is great.

    10/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • My training provider provides a huge amount of support and guidance.

    10/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • My employer also provides a great level of support. Management, HR and my mentor all help and support me.

    10/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • For a second year apprentice, my wage is very good. I manage to pay for all of my expenses including living, travel and daily costs.

    10/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • Outside of work there a numerous opportunities to promote apprenticeships. There are team building exercises.

    10/10

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


  • 9b. Why?
  • Caterpillar is a great company with many opportunities to go higher within the company. I would recommend Caterpillar to a friend.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Caterpillar?
  • Be very positive.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

North East

February 2018


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