First call operative Review

by National Grid

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Rating

8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • First call operative - inspecting properties to ensure gas is not present and ensuring properties are made safe should gas be present

    9/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Appliance installation Hand tool skills Meter installing

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

    • I enjoy the program thoroughly as it has given me many skills to help me to progress further within the company

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

    • Very valued and appreciated

    8/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • The structure of the programme has been satisfactory

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

    • Support is going given to help me through the Apprentiveship.

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

    • Allot of support is given by national grid

    9/10
  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

    • Very well and can't complain

    9/10
  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

    • There are a few opportunities to do things i.e scheduled trips to emirates for tours. Advertising national grid apprentiships

    8/10
  • 9. Would you recommend National Grid to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Great apprenticeship overall and need the next generation to keep it flourishing

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

    • Act professional, but be yourself. Work hard and your hard work will pay off

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Central London & City

June 2016

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