Mechanical Craft Apprentice Review

by Siemens

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.7/10

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

I am a mechanical craft apprentice. I do CNC machining manual machining and fitting in the factory, this involves using lathes and milling machines it also involves repairing building and stripping parts. I work with a qualified technician and have to record some work to put into a NVQ.

9/10

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

I believe I have developed a good base knowledge of CNC programming hand fitting and machining techniques. I have already achieved a NVQ level 2 and Btec subsidiary diploma and currently working to achieve a HNC in mechanical engineering and a NVQ level 3.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The company gives you adequate time to complete any collage work and are they give you lots of opportunities to complete extra courses and further your education.

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by Siemens?

The managers meet with us every other month to see our progress and are always available if we have any issues.

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The course follows a very well planned out structure so that everyone on the course can follow it with ease and know what is expected of them.

9/10

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

The managers meet with us every other month to see our progress and are always available if we have any issues.

10/10

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

The managers meet with us every other month to see our progress and are always available if we have any issues.

10/10

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

I am currently able to save some money every month after all my expenses are paid so I believe it meets costs well

9/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

The company goes to many event to get young people into engineering, such as careers fairs and other fairs hosted by schools, they offer open days to show people round the factory and run a large amount of courses to help train new employees.

10/10

9. Would you recommend Siemens to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I believe they are a good company to work for as they offer many opportunities to further your self and gain more qualifications.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Siemens?

Try and get work experience before apply and research into engineering so that you are prepared for your interview.