Project Manager Review

by Defence Equipment & Support

Rating

8.4/10

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

Hugely varied role, involving cost analysis, liaison with contractors

9/10

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

I have learnt some new skills surrounding areas of project management such as planning, scheduling etc, and also built on existing skills such as presentation and writing reports.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have enjoyed it greatly.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The business is very well structured, there are multiple different areas you can go for help or information

8/10

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

As much or as little as I need, it's up to me how much I want.

9/10

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

Again, as much or as little as I feel I need.

9/10

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

It has definitely helped in some areas, however others have provided some knowledge that may only be of use if I go in other directions with my career.

8/10

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 may be but unfortunately Covid halted most of this! There are online professional networking events however.

7/10

9a. Would you recommend Defence Equipment & Support to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Varied interesting work, all the people I've worked with have been helpful and extremely knowledgeable and it is nice to feel like your job is making a difference somewhere.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Defence Equipment & Support?

Make sure you keep an open mind about working in different areas of the business, as there are many opportunities within the company.