Electrical engineering apprentice Review

by Syngenta

Rating

8.9/10

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

I am tasked with repairing and maintaining electrical systems.

10/10

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

I have learnt different techniques of fault finding to work out what is causing a problem.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy my programme a lot as it includes subjects that i have a keen interest in.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme is well structured including where i will be going on site and what activities I will be completing.

10/10

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

I receive a lot of support from my employer if I am struggling with anything I can always go to someone for help and assistance.

10/10

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

I receive a moderate amount of help from my training provider with help being there most of the time.

7/10

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

I feel the knowledge that I learn helps me preform better by teaching me about the items I am working on in fine detail to assist me when I need to repair or find a problem with them.

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.)

There are no extra-curricular activities that I know of but if i looked I might be able to find some.

5/10

9a. Would you recommend Syngenta to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because it is a friendly company with nice people to work with how are willing to help out if needed, as well as there being lots of opportunities for progression.

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

I would advice showing interest in the area you would like to work and be a friendly personality.