Construction Trainee Review

by Kier Group

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.6/10

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

In my role i am responsible for managing works on site and ensuring a high level of health and safety as well as quality is upheld. This includes ensuring works in each area are being completed to a timely manner according to programme.

10/10

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

Through my experience so far i have developed many management skills which have allowed me to grow my responsibility in my position. Whilst doing so it has also pointed out which areas of focus that i need to further develop.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have been enjoying my programme so far as it has allowed me to thrive in what i enjoy, This also means i am still further enjoying it. i have enjoyed being more of a responsible person on site and holding more responsibility.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Kier as a organisation i feel is a well structured business as it shows progression in the different work areas for each person. This helps with a structured career plan for people in my positions.

9/10

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

I receive a lot of support in my role from my mentor and colleagues around me. whether this is a query or just a hand with a task i need, they have always given the support i need. Not only in work but in getting to work.

10/10

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

Within my team i have a mentor who helps me with tasks when i need it, this allows me to have the freedom to ask questions when necessary. This helps support me towards the end goal of my degree.

9/10

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

I have felt that my qualification and knowledge i am gaining from my educational side is being re-enforced from the more practical on the job learning. I have found that i learn more from the job then the course as i am being introduced to many different things on site.

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.)

On site we have previously arranged a 5 a side football match for wellbeing, as well as this among a few of us we arrange monthly pool/dart nights which we all enjoy as it allows us to have a separation from work.

7/10

9a. Would you recommend Kier Group to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Kier offers a range of different work area within the business which means there is a lot of room for growth within the company. The business also offers a wide range of support to help you when needed.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Kier Group?

Show your interest in what you enjoy doing, even if it is not tailored to the path you are following, be eager with discussion and confident in situations when put to the task.