Advanced Engineering Apprentice Review

by Unilever

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.4/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Manufacture and fabrication of prototype food production equipment using both manual and CNC Turning and Vertical Milling machinery, TIG Welding, and manual sheet metal fabrication methods.

    9/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Manufacturing process, such as Turning, Milling, Welding and Fabrication techniques. Material science and engineering mathematics. Use of CAD software for digital modelling/prototyping.

    9/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • Thoroughly, an broad learning experience is provided with ample adaptability to include improvement opportunity.

    9/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Working with colleagues who did apprenticeships 30 years ago, the program lacks the same rigidity and content that the current curriculum contains.

    6/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • Extensive support is provided in all aspects.

    10/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • NITAL appear to be struggling with day to day running of the qualification, with submitted work often being left 6 to 12 months without being marked.

    4/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • Minimally, the majority of the EAL qualification seems to be about ticking boxes rather then demonstrating competency/knowledge.

    2/10
  • 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.)

    • Yes, I join a running and outdoor callisthenics group at lunchtimes. Apprentice socials take place on a semi-regular basis and networking events also take place on an annual basis, at least.

    10/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Unilever to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • The company is committed to developing the apprentice, not just to in their current role, but to create development opportunities for their future.

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

    • Do your research and try to demonstrate your drive to continually improve yourself.

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Sharnbrook

March 2020

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