Engineering Technician Apprentice Review

My role involves working on various engineering tasks in a variety of placements throughout the workplace. My day starts with checking emails to see if any updates to tasks have developed overnight. I will check with my manager to see if there is anything that needs to be urgently finished. Depending on the task I could be interacting with other people within the business or with suppliers.

I have developed my skills suing various different software programmes. These programmes can include basic office software to advanced drawing tools. I have learned how to use visualisation software which allows me to view large computer models quickly and easily. Through delivering presentations in meetings my presenting skills have improved.

I enjoy the programme as the work I do on a day to day basis changes depending what tasks are most urgent. this keeps work fresh and everyday is something new. I enjoy working with people who are passionate and knowledgeable. It is easy to learn new things everyday especially when working with such a varied workforce. I enjoy putting new skills to use and it is very rewarding to see your work being recognised.

The programme is very well organised. Our placements are planned to be 4 months long and focused on different departments within a discipline. All departments have a plan of the type of tasks and projects apprentices will work on when they come into an office. Our programme is also planned around working in the office and day release at college.

Various types and levels of support are available. If we are having trouble in a placement we can speak to our managers who will always do the best they can to help us. We can also speak with our training officer if we are more comfortable with doing that. It is always made clear by our employer that support is always available if we need it.

We receive a lot of support from our training provider in working towards our qualifications. If we feel we are struggling or not up to speed then you can always speak to someone about it and support is available. We are always pushed to do the best we can and take pride in what we have achieved.

My qualification helps me a lot in my role as it gives me a good base of knowledge to start various tasks. I am always looking to build upon my knowledge and my qualification gives me a good platform to learn new skills and techniques. things I learn in my role also help towards me gaining my qualification.

People within the business organise various sporting activities such as 5 a side football matches. We also get the opportunity to take part in and help with charity projects. these projects can involve helping to improve the gardens at a children's hospice or raising money for charity through various challenges. Our employer offers lectures as well which is a good way to learn about projects within the business and a good way to meet other people within the business.

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The business is a great place to learn new skills and improve existing ones. The people that work here are always happy to help if you have a problem with what you are doing. The business offers various routes for progression within the company and they encourage you to apply yourself to everything you do.

Be confident in your ability and yourself. Learn about the company and what projects they are currently working on as this can always help at an interview. Even if you do not have certain skills now, BAE Systems looks for potential as well so if they think you can progress and develop then you have a good chance of being successful.