Mechanical and Electrical Technician Review

by Thames Water

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Rating

7.3/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Electrical and mechanical engineer who looks after and maintains industrial plant on a sewage treatment works.

    8/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Both mechanical and electrical skills.

    9/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • very much

    9/10
  • 4. How valued do you feel by Thames Water?

    • On a company wide basis not very. Within my personal team I do.

    6/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Very well structured with monthly progress meetings.

    7/10
  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

    • I received a lot of support from the engineering trust, from Simeon Achurch most specifically.

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

    • Varied depending on the manager.

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

    • I believe I am underpaid for my sector and that this still needs addressing compared to other engineering companies.

    3/10
  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

    • Yes.

    7/10
  • 9. Would you recommend Thames Water to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • On a whole the job is very good, with a good pension.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Thames Water?

    • Follow your heart.

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Central London & City

February 2018

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