Rating

9.5/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • I usually use either a lathe or mill to thorn down aluminium, steel and brass. I have to take materials down to tight tolerances and make sure they have a good finish on then as-well as doing my college work and write ups on the jobs.

    9/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • Yes I had a bit of excperience on machines from college in the past however I have massively improved upon these and learnt a lot as well. I also learnt a lot about hand fitting.

    10/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I really enjoy my apprenticeship so far not only the job but also the people I am around not only being my tutors but also my fellow apprentices who I get along well with.

    10/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • It is well structured and we know where it is heading as well as general times at all time such as when we will go in our first placement.

    10/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • There’s lots of support available from BAE wether it’s with substance abuse to mental health there is lots of recourses available on our canvas pages as well as a lot of further support as well.

    10/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • Lots of support it given from our provider to our college to make sure it is fit for us to use and we are getting from it what we need to progress and develop.

    10/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • Well it’s not only in work I have learnt the skills I have to far there is also a lot of exsperience I have gained from my time in the college workshop as well as during my lessons so I feel my qualification will help me greatly.

    9/10

  • 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.)
  • There are lots of activities to get involved in non of which I am at the moment.

    8/10

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


  • 9b. Why?
  • It is a great company with endless opportunity to progress further in your career after your apprenticeship is completed. As well it just treats it employees well and is always there to help.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
  • Research interview techniques and show enthusiasm during your application process where you can.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Manufacturing

Barrow-in-Furness

May 2024


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