Rating

7.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • On a day to day basis I work as a high voltage electrical engineer. this consists of wiring panels, installing transformers and overhead busbar circuits.

    8/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have an EAL in Electrical Engineering, and other relivent electrical certificates including 17th edition.

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • The work is interesting and complex. The company is dedicated to its employees and my colleagues make my job enjoyable.

    8/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by Schneider Electric?
  • I feel that Schneider values their employees as they provide me with training opportunities, tools and support outside of work.

    8/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The programme is well organised with the first year predominantly based at college. I am now base on site, attending additional courses when required.

    7/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • I get adequate support for SETA, my training provider, as I have monthly meetings and site visits from a representative.

    7/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • I get adequate support for Schneider as I have monthly meetings and site visits.

    8/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • I would say my salary is average for a apprentice. it has risen recently with my gained experience.

    7/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • Yes, we have golf days and other team building activities regularly and packages for heath care, gym memberships etc.

    9/10

  • 9. Would you recommend Schneider Electric to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • they are a committed company with good progression routes.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Schneider Electric?
  • Make sure you are committed to working outdoors with a lot of manual labour.


Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

South East

May 2018


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