RAIL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN APPRENTICE Review

by DB CARGO UK

Rating

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

    • The role involves carrying out maintenance on locomotives everyday, this can be major overhauls to general works.

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

    • Yes, lot of new skills.

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

    • Very much, thoroughly enjoyed.

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

    • Well organised, good structure.

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

    • Adequate amount.

    10/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Adequate support.

    10/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • Very well, gives a deeper understanding in engineering.

    10/10
  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

    • Yes.

    10/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend DB CARGO UK to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Great company, great people, excellent prospects and salary for an apprenticeship.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to DB CARGO UK?

    • Get work done early to allow for more time to learn on the shop floor.

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Toton

January 2020

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