Machinist Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.5/10

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

7/10

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

Yes I’ve mainly learned practical skills that I otherwise wouldn’t have learned.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I mainly enjoy the practical aspect of the apprenticeship programme.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Overall it’s ok, but i think there could be more organisation when it comes to laying out a clear path of what needs to be done and a clear timeline indicating when it needs to be done.

5/10

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

Yes we’ve received support every 12 weeks from our skills coach.

7/10

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

We receive support from our tutors in the work shop and in the classroom regularly.

7/10

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

I’m only in my first year so I haven’t gone in the business yet. Because of this, I’m not sure yet.

5/10

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.)

Not that i know of, but there could well be.

5/10

9a. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

The job security is brilliant and the share scheme opportunity is great. Also, i believe National security is a very important industry.

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

Keep you CV relevant and think about what you can offer the company.