Major Projects Fitter Apprentice Review

by National Grid

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.2/10

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

Being on site, carrying out many a variety of different tasks from completing risk assessments, wiring and running cables between plant/equipment, maintaining plant with different insulation and keeping site clean/tidy.

9/10

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

Have been learning new skills and developing existing skills

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

So far the program is enjoyable

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The program seems well structured but could be a little more organised. I have had a few courses rearranged

8/10

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

Support so far has been good, the team I’ve been placed in are very supportive and want you to succeed

9/10

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

So far the training provider has been fairly supportive

8/10

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

Allows a greater understanding of certain aspects of my role

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.)

Haven’t been made aware of any yet, but I also haven’t been in this team that long

7/10

9a. Would you recommend National Grid to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Seems like a decent place to work, has a real focus on safety and training. Generous with providing the tools required to complete your job

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to National Grid?

I’d say go for it