Apprentice engineer Review

by Premier Foods

Rating

10/10

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

I am currently in my first year of my apprenticeship which involves me going to IPS International and learning basic skills that will help me when I start on site.

10/10

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

Yes I have learnt lots of new skills all of which have helped me gain engineering knowledge.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I find the programme very good. It is very involved but I enjoy this as it means I learn new stuff everyday.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I feel the first year of my programme has been very well structured and has enabled me to gain a vast set of skills already.

10/10

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

I receive lots of support from my employer, although this has been difficult during the current pandemic I feel the support they have given me has been excellent.

10/10

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

I receive lots of support, there is always someone to speak to if I need to find out some information for my coursework.

10/10

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

Since beginning at IPS I have learnt lots of skills most of which I had no knowledge of before starting, this will help me when I start on site as I will have a basic knowledge of tasks I am required to perform.

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, there is a social club which anybody can be involved in, they plan events such as visiting plays and family days.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Premier Foods to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

So far it has been an excellent company to work for, everyone is very supportive and I have not had any issues since starting.

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

Go for it, it is an excellent company to work for and gives you a chance to learn new qualifications and skills.