mechanical maintenance apprentice Review

by EDF

Rating

6/10

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

i am a mechanical maintenance apprentice, my role is to carry out maintenance tasks on plant which involves a range from pumps, valves, gear boxes etc.

6/10

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

i have learnt many hand skills and knowledge about the systems in a nuclear power station. The skills will benifit me in the future and develop over time

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

i enjoy the team i work with and the working environment itself suits me. i also enjoy hands on work and keeping busy. I also like to push myself in areas i struggle with.

5/10

4. How valued do you feel by EDF?

i do not feel particularly valued, i feel that i am a "spare" part of the team sometimes. however i am determined to complete my apprenticeship and secure my place in the team so that i am more valued.

7/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

the 1st 2 years could have been better structured, the 2nd two years are structured well. I have enjoyed the theoretical and practical side of my apprenticeship.

7/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

I recieve and adequate amount of support form my training provider at all times. if i ever feel like i am not recieving enough support they are always welcoming to help.

7/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I recieve and adequate amount of support from my employer at all times and they offer good advice. if i ever feel like i am not recieving enough support they are always welcoming to help.

7/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

good, adn the opportunites available when i finish my apprenticeship in terms of salary is very good. I am looking forward to when these opportunites are there.

4/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

no, my job does not provide any opportunities outside of work that i am aware of. however if any do become apparent i will definitely get involved.

3/10

9. Would you recommend EDF to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

great career oportunity and a good company to work for with the additon of a good pension scheme. I also think edf is a good company because it is providing a crutial service to the public.

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

take all opportunities on offer and be pro active when working to show the correct attitudes and behaviours. do not shy away from jobs that seem too dificult.