Apprentice Rail Technician Review

by Bombardier

Rating

7.1/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • We attend college in the first year which involves practical and theory work then we go to depot which involves maintaining various trains.

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

    • Yes

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

    • I enjoy the programme and I’m excited to finish the course

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

    • Bombardier is really good and organised however the college isn’t as organised.

    7/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • As much support as I need.

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

    • The college doesn’t offer much if any support

    3/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • The course as a whole is interesting however it isn’t specific to the role I will have.

    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.)

    • No

    1/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Bombardier to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Because they are a great, respectable company. They offer great opportunities within the rail industry. You can proudly say you work for Bombardier.

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

    • Work hard, ask as many questions as you feel necessary and enjoy your apprenticeship.

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Logistics and Operations, Engineering

Ilford, Greater London

March 2021

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