Smart Energy Expert Review

by British Gas

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • I am an apprentice smart energy expert with British gas. My day to day role involves fitting smart meters and giving smart energy advice.

    7/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • I have learnt many new skills including electrics and gas metering installation and maintenance.

    8/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I have hugely enjoyed my programme and the associated challenges.

    9/10
  • 4. How valued do you feel by British Gas?

    • Extremely valued by this professional and genuinely caring employer.

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

    • I have been very impressed with the logical and progressive training programme.

    8/10
  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

    • Our trainers and mentors offer advice and support throughout the programme.

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

    • I have not had a great deal of direct contact with my employer but when I have, the support has been fine.

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

    • The pay during training isn't great but I am managing to get by.

    5/10
  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

    • I am not aware of any opportunities outside of work at the moment.

    5/10
  • 9. Would you recommend British Gas to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Because the training is first class and the end result is worthwhile.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to British Gas?

    • Be honest, do your research and enter the training with a positive frame of mind.

Details

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Engineering

North East

March 2017

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