Technical Operations Manager Review

by E.ON

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.1/10

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

I look after our electric vehicle (EV) department’s operations. I’m responsible for looking at how we can bring new solutions to the market, as well as the day-to-day running of our EV network, in the UK.

8/10

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

Yes - as part of my apprenticeship I have learnt programming languages, which have helped me in my day to day role, when developing new solutions.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The program is enjoyable. It’s a lot of work and it can be difficult at times, but the results are always rewarding. I have confidence the program will help me enhance my career.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Support within E.ON has been excellent. The training provider has also been very supportive to ensure I get the best out of the program. The skills coach is a really valuable addition, something I didn’t think I’d enjoy!

10/10

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

My line management are supportive of the time I require. There is a positive culture in E.ON which recognises the importance of apprenticeships.

10/10

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

The training provider provides a mixture of tools to support. They are easy to work with and help you get a good balance.

10/10

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

I feel the skills are extremely valuable. I’d prefer more hands on programming, the first part of the course was heavy with leadership and business management, which if you’ve done a management course before will be the same familiar stuff.

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.)

8/10

9a. Would you recommend E.ON to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

E.ON has a good culture with passionate people. The organisation cares about development and has invested in me heavily, since I started 4 years ago.

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

Be yourself, E.ON values what everyone brings to the organisation. The culture is supportive, and the organisation is very customer centric.