Steelworker Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.1/10

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

I am a Steelwork Apprentice. I am in furness college at the moment and work 5 days a week (37 hours a week). This consists of theory and practical work days in classrooms and in the workshop.

6/10

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

I have learnt new physical skills like welding,burning,grinding, as well as developing my mental skills like communicating and being more resilient and out going.

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy my apprenticeship and what i have to do for it and enjoy my work but being in the college setting can be challenging as there’s not always tutors to teach us so with some areas i don’t feel as though i have all of the knowledge needed.

6/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

BAE as a company is very well organised as they are easy to communicate with and they are extremely supportive and helpful if you need help and they support each apprentice equally considering the amount of apprentices they have to look after. The college on the other hand is not organised and we often have missing tutors and work that has not been taught that should have been.

7/10

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

I have been extremely supported by my employers regarding help in my work but also help with mental health. They have been really good with helping me with any issues i have brought up or any situations where I needed help.

9/10

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

The tutors in college can sometimes be helpful, however it would be better if we had people from BAE teaching us and people who are steelworkers as well as changing the curriculum to just steelwork and doing things that we should expect to do in placement or sask.

4/10

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

5/10

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.)

5/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

They are a really good company to work for and the job can make you feel extremely proud to be apart of. It’s also an amazing opportunity to learn new skills and knowledge.

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

Be yourself and make sure to research about the company and the trade you’re interested in before you apply.