Apprentice wind turbine technician Review

by Siemens

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.8/10

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

Service and maintenance of wind turbines using approved work procedures, following company policies and performing the work required to a high standard

7/10

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

Working at height, sea survival, fire, rescue, communication

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy working as part of a team

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Throughout the course of a few years things have changed from what was expected at the beginning

6/10

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

My manager is constantly pushing for better and better

7/10

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

At site the management will put you on a team which will help you progress the fastest

7/10

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

It helps me understand the small things more clearly

6/10

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.)

Football teams and works days out

6/10

9a. Would you recommend Siemens to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Good job opportunities

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

Be confident