Maritime Mechanical/Electrical Review

It differs, but going and working on ship to learning how to deal with documents as well as balancing my college work.

Definitely, transferring from school to work is a big change. Not only have I learnt about work life in general, living alone and organising myself is proving educational in itself.

As part of my apprenticeship is switching my role throughout the business I am of course finding things that I don't like doing. However as my work changes, I'm never stuck in a bad position, so I'd say I like it.

I find organisation difficult, and the vastness of the business makes it difficult to get full attention from people to find things to do. Yet it's still structured to a decent enough level.

Support is very good here, however sometimes communicating with people when you don't know who's who is a little difficult.

Good support but communication is difficult to establish. Emails have to be sent to organise calls with tutors which are often too late to discuss the issue.

It helps me understand the mindset expected within my job role.

Not really, there are things around the business that you can get involved in but they are not promoted by the business and can only really be found on your own accord.

Yes

Good all round training in an impressive environment surrounded by knowledgeable people

Get friendly with people that you work with and express your interest. Otherwise you will struggle to be involved by your mentors. Make friends with other apprentices and help each other out. It's what we're doing at it's brilliant.