Overhead lineman Review

by National Grid

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Rating

7.9/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • I am an overhead linesman apprentice and I fix pylons. We cover a large area so we do a lot of driving on a day to day basis.

    10/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • I have learnt a lot about the industry and acquired many new physical skills.

    10/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • The training programme is ok. Work on site is brilliant however the training can be tedious at times. They have put us through many courses so I have gained loads of skills.

    7/10
  • 4. How valued do you feel by National Grid?

    • Very

    5/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • The organisation is good,

    5/10
  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

    • A lot of guidance and support

    8/10
  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • A lot of support from my line manager

    10/10
  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

    • Could be improved

    7/10
  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

    • Yes, I have taken part in the sailing challenge and loved it

    9/10
  • 9. Would you recommend National Grid to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Great company

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

    • Be keen

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

South East

April 2016

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