Apprentice Quantity Surveyor Review

by Thames Water

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:

Cash Forecasting, Cash Reconciliation, Processing Payments, Emailing, Meetings regarding project performance

9/10

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

Yeah, as an apprentice everything ive learnt so far is a new skill as i came straight from sixth form

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy it as it varies every day

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

it is organised as i have scheduled things in my calendar, dedicated university days and organsied meetings, weekly or biweekly

7/10

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

i receive alot of support from my manager with talking everyday and guidance if needed as well as my employer doing apprentice meetings and team building days.

8/10

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

I receive alot of support and there are many support networks available, and my AOO is helpful too.

7/10

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

i feel confident that it assists in my role

7/10

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.)

we have had trainind days that benefit knowledge of the industry, and an apprentice open evening i took part in

7/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

Because since being here i have developed my skills so much and come so far, i have networked with many other apprentices and grown in confidence.

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

Be confident, be yourself and be willing to learn and challenge yourself with everything