Turbine technician Review

by Siemens

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

As a wind turbine technician I am made to look after the wind turbines, including annual service, troubleshooting, retrofits and pretative maintenance. We work in teams of 2 up to 6 and can spend a whole day on a single turbine or carry out work on multiple in a given day. Day to day involves a morning brief, sailing out to turbine, carrying out the days work, sailing back and then a demob at the end of the day.

10/10

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

I’ve developed multiple skills in my apprenticeship such as working with mechanical and electrical systems, work on hydraulics as well as pneumatic. I’ve worked on troubleshooting techniques and how to diagnose faults. I’ve also worked on team leading, time organisation and the importance of being a team player.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I’ve enjoyed the programme very much and developed skills that will stay with me my whole career.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme was very well structured and involved the correct amount of academic work with practical work.

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I’ve always recieved support from anyone that I’ve contacted or asked for help. The apprenticeship team are always there if needed.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

My training provider was always just an email away and help me with achieving my qualification.

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

My qualification is based around the work I do so I think it will be very helpful with performing my role now and in the future.

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

There’s always extra curricular activities you could get involved with, from health and safety stuff, volunteering work, and site based stuff.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Siemens to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Great company who looks after its employers

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

Research the company and be confident in any interviews.