Defence manufacture fitter Review

by Rolls-Royce

Rating

9/10

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

As a defence manufacture fitter /fabricator In Rolls-Royce I maintain and build parts from military aircraft, when parts require to be refurbished we use our engineering solutions and equipment to ensure the parts are up to their strict specification, i use many manual tools throughout the day including air equipment, lifting equipment and also frequently use very specific and specialist equipment to carry out the required task. With this we also interact with ever larger advanced technology like robotic linishers.

9/10

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

I have learnt many new skills in the apprenticeship, including both manual and technical skills, ranging from using a variety of handheld air tools, to learning advanced maths equations and even simply health and safety regulations and legislations

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I do enjoy the programme

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme has had some expected organisation issues at the beginning of the programme however this was overcome easily and the remainder of the programme he’s been well organised

9/10

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

I received support from my employer when I require and ask for it as well as frequent wellbeing check ups

9/10

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

An adequate amount including many resources and knowledgeable information from surrounding work employees, pass on of knowledges and gain from practical work

9/10

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

It helps you to gain proper techniques, helps you apply heath and safety and gives you applicable knowledge

9/10

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.)

Theirs sports teams including rugby, and an apprentice Association with organises fun event like paintball at discounted prices

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Rolls-Royce to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It’s a leading company with top class engineering technology with endless opportunities to succeed

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Rolls-Royce?

Be yourself, show enthusiasm and show you are good at working within a team