Electrical apprentice Review

by BAE Systems

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:

Currently I’m at Furness college as a first year apprentice, I do both theory and practical work 50/50 in the workshop I am currently doing domestic jobs to get an understanding of the basics of electrical work and in the theory side we’re doing things such as drawing, maths, health and safety, hydraulics

10/10

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

Yes I have learn many new skills especially in the practical side of the job since before joining I had no previous experience in the electrical field so I have learnt many new skills and I have also developed existing skills such as team work, problem solving etc

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am happy with my role at bae systems and they’re a very fair company to work for they also provide a lot of support if you’re facing any issues. I also enjoy the actual job role as I find it extremely fascinating and rewarding

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The company has structured the programme well however the training provider (Furness college) fail to provide consistent tutors at the college which can set groups back and make it difficult for them to learn since they have no tutors in multiple areas of the apprenticeship

7/10

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

BAE SYSTEMS provide a lot of support for individuals who are struggling whether this is mental health, struggling with the work, any safe guarding issues like domestic abuse. BAE provide support for anything that is needed and are very supportive

10/10

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

Any level of support needed can be provided if you’re struggling with for example, college work then Furness college will provide the support and also give you second chances on tests if you do not pass the first time

9/10

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

Helps me have a better understanding about a lot of things such as health and safety, drawing and also electrical theory lessons help me understand the work that I’m doing and also the severity of this work.

8/10

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.)

Not that I’m aware of however I’m currently full time at the training provider for my first year (Furness college) this may be different in the yard

5/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

Because it is an extremely good company to work for with a job for life and a lot of work benefits. I also enjoy the work and there is a variety of roles at bae systems. There’s also a big sense of pride at the workplace due to the nature of work that is carried out here

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

I would personally say be yourself and go in with an open mind