Rating

7.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • As an overhead line apprentice at Crewe OCR I have been a part of many different construction projects whilst also acting as a first response to any de-wirements nationwide.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have learnt many new skills due to the different qualifications we gain from the apprenticeship whilst also learning about the different disciplines of the railway from placements with varying departments.

    9/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • It is by no means a flawless scheme but due to the excellent qualifications you receive and the fact that I enjoy going to work means that I am more than pleased that I applied for this scheme and was successful as I am really enjoying what I do.

    8/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by Network Rail?
  • Highly valued as Network Rail looks after it's employees very well.

    7/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • Quite good however it could definitely improve in certain areas.

    6/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • Generally the support is always there for you if you ask for it.

    8/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • I receive any support that I need.

    8/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • Overall for an apprenticeship I think the pay structure is fair, few if any would rival it in this department.

    9/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • Yes there are plenty of opportunities outside of work.

    7/10

  • 9. Would you recommend Network Rail to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • Because it is a brilliant company to work for offering many opportunities and a good pension scheme.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Network Rail?
  • Research what area you want to go into as they all differ considerably to what might suit you.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

North West

April 2015


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