Sheet metal worker apprentice Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.5/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Sheet metal worker Marking out, cutting and shaping sheet metal. Putting lockers together and outfitting ventilation.

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

    • Welding

    7/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I have so far enjoyed learning new skills and seeing how my work will contribute to the business.

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

    • It is well organised and set up so you are aware of what you need to achieve to successfully complete the programme.

    7/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • I receive lots of support with any issues or questions I have.

    8/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • I have received lots of help working towards achieving qualifications.

    7/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • I think the qualifications will give a broader understanding of the work I will be carrying out.

    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.)

    • Different events you can volunteer to be part of

    7/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • I think you are well looked after, work alongside people with experience and skills you can learn from and are given all the support you need to be successful.

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

    • Take an interest in the projects the business is working towards and how your contribution would make a difference.

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Barrow-in-Furness

May 2024

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