Engineering Fitter Review

by Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group

Rating

8.2/10

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

I fit and install furniture into military deployable unit. this is part of a production line. i have leant many stages which include lino flooring and cable trunking.

10/10

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

Laying Lino was a new skill I learnt. This was hard to get the hang of when trying to get the right thickness of glue and making sure it was neat and tidy.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy working here, everyday there is something different to solve and new opportunities.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

There are plans for where I am meant to be but if there is work that needs doing then i may get stuck on a job for long periods of time because no one else will want to do it.

7/10

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

There is a fair amount of support if I needs it. there is always someone that can help me when needed.

8/10

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

I get a lot of support with my training and get plenty of feed back on my work for where I have to improve it.

9/10

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

I learn new skills in the classroom which help me be more efficient in the work shop. For example measuring skills has helped me a lot.

9/10

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 but its been hard through out the current climate. (Covid -19)

3/10

9a. Would you recommend Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Its a great company with lots of benefits. the work is good and consistent and it pays well and I have learnt a lot so far.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Marshall Aerospace and Defence Group?

Have some understanding and skill before you start so that you can work your way to better jobs and be more independent faster.