Rating

8.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Mechanical and electrical engineering , my day to day consist of a range of different tasks. For example repairing pumps and motors to replacing belts and general maintenance on plant equipment. I work either independently or with others in my team to carry out these jobs

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Yes i have learnt many new skills and lot of new knowledge since being at Thames water. One of these skills is testing electrical equipment

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I very much enjoy my programme, i was scared to begin with however i currently couldn't see myself doing anything else. It is very hands on which i personally enjoy

    9/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • My programme is well organised but like any programme some improvements could be made and any serious concerns have been dealt with quickly

    8/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • My employer provides any support needed. We have regular catch ups and any concerns or queries i have my employer will try his best to resolve them or help me find a solution to my problem

    10/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • The support from my training provider is provided when needed. Reaching out for help from the college is always recognised and they will try their best to provide support

    7/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • Somethings i learn through my training provider are very beneficial to me in the work place however i feel sometimes we learn things with our training provider that doesn't relate to our specific role

    8/10

  • 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.)
  • Yes there is always something going on outside of work like lunch and learns or the yearly raft race

    8/10

  • 9a. Would you recommend Thames Water to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • I believe it is a good company to work for


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Thames Water?
  • Even if you are unsure just try, there is no harm in trying and you dont know what you will be good at until you give it a go


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Swindon, UK

May 2023


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