Civil Engineer Apprentice Review

by Thames Water

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.6/10

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

I review customers proposals and judge whether their proposed works are likely to cause damage to our infrastructure.

10/10

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

i have developed my formal writing skills by being in constant communication with customers. as well as developing my presenting skills through presenting to my team. I have learnt new skills such as how to make study estimates and raise invoices for customers.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy my programme as it teaches me very valuable skills in a work environment as well as getting to learn about civil engineering at university.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme is very well structured as i am surrounded by a talented team that can help me when any issues.

10/10

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

My employer has been very helpful with supporting me. they have made it very clear that no matter what issue i have i can go to someone and i can get the sufficient help.

10/10

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

My team is full of qualified engineers that have completed similar courses and are more than happy to help on any given project.

10/10

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

I feel as though i can excel in my role because i am being taught all the necessary skills through my training provider.

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.)

TW offer many event, there has been a number of apprentice/graduate events so far this year which i have attended and enjoyed. they also offer events for the wider company such as the TW raft race and a social event at ascot racecourse last week which was to network and get to know people around the company. My team has also offered team lunches and socials throughout the year which have been good fun.

10/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

TW is a great environment no matter what level you are entering the company at. everyone is easy to talk with and they are very skilled workers to be around. The work life balance is very good as well as a favourable pension system.

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

Make sure that your skills and good qualities match well with the job role. Research a lot about the company to seen interested in what TW have going on in the news and be aware of any big projects that they have coming up. Look at the TW values and make sure you agree and comply with all of them.