apprentice track technition Review

by Network Rail

Rating

7.1/10

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

track technician, currently at the apprenticeship base most of the time in Coventry, aiming to gain by level two in engineering.

7/10

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

yes

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am enjoying the programme.

6/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

it is fairly well structured. However it can be unorganised at times. There is room for improvement.

5/10

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

we receive a lot of support if it is needed down in Coventry, constantly reminded of different charities and groups that are available.

7/10

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

many staff from Babcock who are there to support us. They run after class support sessions everyday to help those who may need some extra support and also for those who are behind on their work.

8/10

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

I believe that will help me perform better in my role as it has taught me aspects on engineering, and better ways to problem solve. However, a lot of our work and tasks set my Babcock are not massively related to the railway.

6/10

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.)

There are many events that take place once we finish our days work in Coventry. Network Rails Pete who works at Westwood in the gym is great for arranging activities for everyone to get involved in and spends a lot of time arranging them. he runs swimming contest, gym contests, water polo, football and a wide variety of different activities.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Network Rail to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

because of the future that can come with it, if you work hard enough.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Network Rail?

always act respectfully and safe, if you are able to do this everything else required to be a good employee will follow.