Field technician Review

Day to day I take part in installation tasks at Vorboss, this can include, streetwork where I complete tasks such rod and roping, pulling subduct and completing surveys and also internal jobs and on client sites where I will complete internal surveys, Install cable and internal subduct, blow fibre, splice fibre and testing.

At Vorboss I have learnt many technical skills such as learning how to complete installation tasks such as blowing fibre and splicing fibre, I have also learnt how to complete external street works tasks such as rod and roping and pulling subduct. I have also developed some existing skills whilst at Vorboss such as leadership skills, teamwork and communication.

I really enjoy my programme because I’m given the opportunity to learn new skills and once I’ve learned them I have the opportunity to refine and improve on them. It’s also enjoyable to be in a work environment whilst learning and meeting new people rather than learning these skills in full time education

My programme is well organised and has a clear structure which helps me to balance my apprenticeship work and also my work tasks. This is done by giving us a day a week to focus on our apprenticeship work and do any additional studying that will help us. We also get the opportunity to gather evidence of our work whilst on site.

I receive a lot of support from my employer as they always give me the time to complete my work and always give me any support needed if I am struggling with a piece of work. I also get the opportunity to learn from more experienced colleagues who can help me gain more technical knowledge

I receive a lot of support from my training provider as I get a session with my coach every month who helps me to plan out my work and sets me new work to complete. My coach is also always available for questions and support via email and phone call

My qualification helps me to perform better in my role as it means that I have a technical understanding of the jobs I am completing at work, it also means that when communicating with a client on site I can explain to them clearly what we are doing on what the outcome of our job will be

At work we have a ran of extra curricular activities such as a team football match that is run every two weeks and involves both engineers and colleagues who work in the office. There are also social activities after work which allow colleagues to socialise and speak to people who they may not always be working with.

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Vorboss is a really enjoyable place to work with an exciting and enthusiastic team. At Vorboss you are always given new challenges and are given the tools to complete jobs to the best standard. The benefits at the company are also good as you receive health insurance which includes discounts at some shops, Vorboss also provide professional mental health support

Advice I would give is that if you work hard and want to learn new things then Vorboss is definitely the place for you, you’ll be given the opportunity to learn and will be supported by both management and other colleagues throughout your learning. You’ll gain on the job experience that will give you the knowledge you need to help you with apprenticeship work and also your career