ETAM Substation Apprentice Review

by National Grid

Rating

8.1/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • My job role involves inspection, maintenance and repair of National Grid assests.

    8/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Yes I am completing City and Guilds 2339. I've also completed basic handskills and an appreciation of welding.

    9/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I enjoy the on job training of the programme combined with classroom based learning.

    8/10
  • 4. How valued do you feel by National Grid?

    • I do feel valued, I feel they are training us welL for the future work force of National Grid.

    8/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Well organised, I have a plan for the whole year and know where I am going to be in advance.

    8/10
  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

    • Support is there when I need it. I can e-mail or phone whenever I need anything.

    8/10
  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • As above

    8/10
  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

    • The wage is good, I am looking forward to recieving a pay rise as my work load increases.

    8/10
  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

    • Yes but due to work I haven't had time to look at this. I am aware of engineering club outside of work.

    8/10
  • 9. Would you recommend National Grid to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Training, job security and future prospects.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to National Grid?

    • Listen to peers when attending the assessment centre. Ask as many questions as possible as people will help you.

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

West Midlands

April 2015

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