Electrical Engineering Technician Review

by GSK

Rating

7.4/10

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

Maintain and attend break fix for filling machines for ellipta devices. Electrical, mechanical, controls and calibrations are some of the many skills needed for this role.

7/10

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

I have gained a completely new skill set from calibrations and electrical to mechanical work. I am now more proficient at working with my hands and getting stuck in.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

At times the job can be a little boring if there isn't much on but very rarely are we not busy. When busy it is a fast pace highly pressure environment that is very enjoyable to work in.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

As the years went on the structure became better and better. We changed training providers for years below me which seemed a much better option. GSK have worked hard to produce a very well structured apprenticeship.

7/10

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

Every step of the way there was always somebody there to help me whenever I needed it. I never felt like I was isolated or told to do anything I didn't have the skill set to do.

10/10

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

Our original training provider was very poor but this quickly got fazed out so that now we have a better basis for our apprenticeship. I myself didn't directly deal with out new training provider, Gen 2, but I have only heard positive comments.

6/10

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

The HNC which I received didn't relate very much to what I do at work, I felt it was just a hoop to jump through. I cannot comment on our new training provider.

3/10

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 extra curricular activated to get involved in, having our own sports and social club on site really helps. Networking is a massive part of GSK and there are plenty of ways you can do this.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend GSK to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

The fantastic opportunity it ahs given me to learn and adapt previous skills in becoming a fully skilled technician.

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

Very impressive and brilliant company, highly recommended.