Trainee engineer Review

by BT

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9/10

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

telephone network engineer, installing and maintaining the openreach network

10/10

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

I'm completely new to the job role so I have learnt about all aspects regarding how the network works, including th exchange, cans, DP's and at the customers end.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have really enjoyed the programme so far as all of the skills are new and all of the subjects have been interesting.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

fairly organised, these have been a couple of incidents where information hasn't been passed along regarding the changing of timetables/schedules.

8/10

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

As much support as needed.

10/10

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

as much support as needed.

10/10

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

the training programme has been priceless in teaching me all aspects of the job considering i have walked into the role not knowing anything.

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.)

N/A

4/10

9a. Would you recommend BT to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Its a very good organisation to be involved with, I feel that safety is paramount compared to any other aspect of the job. The speed in which you learn something or time taken to complete a job isn't an issue as long as its done safely.

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

Trust the process. Every aspect of the job is explained in a structed and safe way.