ETP (Engineer Training Programme) Review

The apprenticeship is split into 3 main topics: 1 University (Aston) Here we have 2 week blocks of 9am-5pm lecture with breaks and lunch. This included technical and mathematical modules but also management and business modules. Following a two week module teaching you will sit the exam four weeks later. In the second year you are expected to complete a project in your own time and present it. 2 Training centre Here you will complete various courses tailored to your specific role i.e. learning about equipment on site. Gaining certain certification and authorizations. 3 On site experience In this time you will go out on site and at first shadowing experienced workers and then getting more and more involved as your understanding increases.

I have gain several certification and authorizations i.e. IPAF MEWP licence, PASMA scaffold erection, Cat B asbestos, National Grid person and competent person authorization. With University studies I have also expanding my math's and business knowledge, it has also helped me become a lot more organized.

Working out on site is enjoyable as it really gives you a chance to apply what you have learned in training. Long stints of training can be draining as you are away during the week but it is beneficial in the long run.

I have previously been awarded and acknowledged for several tasks, whether it be verbal or a reward. You are rewarded for any work completed outside of your or even work within your role if you complete it well.

The programme is very well structured a timetable for the following 6 months is always available to view and up to date. The timetable outline where you are going to be and at what time. However for time on site start times can vary depending on location and you are expected in the second year to arrange and find your own work on site.

If support is ever needed, upon asking they will try there best to arrange something with the time available. If its giving you more time to completed something or putting a support plan in place to help give you steps to improve.

The course leader has reviews with us every 3 months and our on site team leader once a year were we can raise any issues.

Business expenses are paid for, a company car is provided and the salary is competitive.

There are oppurtunities to visit different areas and departments of the business. Also taking part in charity events.

Yes

They respect their employees, value each persons individuality and provide support where necessary.

The interview may not be as daunting as it seems they just want to see a basic understanding and know that you have the key skills and are able to learn.