Apprentice Review

Currently in New Product Development. Tasks can involve creating parts on CAD software, creating drawings, writing test reports or physically getting hands on down in the work shop.

BTEC Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering In the process of doing my HNC in Mechanical Engineering Performing Engineering Operations Qualifications Assembling, soldering and testing products and jobs In the process of learning drawing conventions Problem solving

I thoroughly enjoy working in my current department of NPD. The team I am with are very supportive, knowledgeable and approachable. I enjoy helping staff with tasks because it gives me insight on what I need to be like, and what I need to learn/improve on to be at their level.

I feel I am valued by the people I immediately work with because they involve me and think about where it's appropriate for me to do certain things as it will be useful in the future. It's nice to have recognition and appreciation from the team leader and feedback from other members of staff.

The initial apprenticeship structure wasn't very organized but that was a result of redundancies which left everyone in an awkward situation.

The college will support where necessary and I enjoy learning.

My department is very supportive with mentoring.

Compared to other businesses, the salary is lower, but that does not mean it's insufficient. The salary of the employees was increased by 1.5% to help meet the inflation rates, but as apprentices we didn't get a pay raise.

STEM is a very popular opportunity to take part in at local schools and activities occur every other week.

Yes

Interesting work, nice working environment and often new challenges every day.

Do anything you can to make yourself better the person you are competing against to get the job.