Engineering Team Administrator Review

by Premier Foods

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.1/10

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

Admin role including managing various of data bases, inputting data, contractors management, supporting engineering teams, safety and environmental, purchasing, maintenance scheduling. SAP PM data input and invoice resolution. Data collection/reporting & support of site processes. Support the team in preparation work for audits and projects. Minutes taking. Filing, archiving etc

6/10

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

Yes, I have learnt about project management, more about my company structure and culture. I have improved my time management and organisation skills.

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Yes, I did enjoy it. Especially that administration was ever a part of my education.

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

it is well structured in general.. but I suffered a bit with going through 4 different tutors during my programme which I found very distracting and demotivating at times as well.

5/10

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

All support required. I felt fully supported

10/10

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

As mentioned in previous question having 4 different tutors didn't help with working towards my qualifications. One of them was new to company and he was learning along with me in terms how to run and manage my programme.

5/10

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

The qualification gave me greater understanding of the company and my responsibilities within my role and built up my confidence.

8/10

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.)

usually yes, e.g social events for employees and families (covid restricted currently), charity fund raising, sports and social club

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Premier Foods to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because it is a family and friends orientated company, with high salaries, with very good apprenticeship and development programmes. Very much employees driven company where all have equal opportunities.

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

Be honest, self motivated, self driven and looking for development opportunities.