Fabricator Review

by Babcock

Rating

9.4/10

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

A wide range of sheet and plate fabrication using various materials allowing me to use all of the skills that I am being taught on a regular basis.

9/10

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

I came into the apprenticeship with no knowledge of fabrication and I have now learned how to use a vast array of tools and equipment aswell as an in depth knowledge of fabrication and welding techniques.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy the program as it has taught me so many new skills and given me so many new opportunities and babcock have supported me throughout the apprenticeship to help me achieve the best training I can

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The program is well structured as it is broken down into separate units and babcock change our work placement to enable us to focus on each of these skills such as plate and sheet metal work aswell as pattern development

10/10

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

Our employer are constantly supporting us by regularly checking in and making sure that we are happy with our work place if we have any issues with our corse work or if there is anything they can do to help support us better.

10/10

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

My employer is constantly checking on our progress in order to make sure we are on target to rech our qualifications they also regularly meet with college lecturers to make sure we are on target.

9/10

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

Our qualification is a marine fabrication specific course that focuses on the manufacture and repair of ships and submarines

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.)

Yes babcock have a wide range of hobby networks in place suck as gyms social events etc and are given to us in an introduction pack when joining

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Babcock to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Babcock are an amazing training provider that not only give brilliant apprenticeships and can give an amazing career after the apprenticeship they also make sure that your given all of the support you need throughout your career and always encourage you to go above and beyond

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

Be out going get involved with open days and other events show them any extra curricular things you do and really set yourself out from the crowd and show babcock your the best person to join their team