Apprentice Engineer Fitter Review

Attend CECAMM training centre for first year, learning engineering principles and practical activities. As a fitter the most applicable and enjoyable lectures are circuit building, welding, general machining and composites.

I was previously a mechanic but have since gained massive experience in machining, electrics and engineering activities. I have developed new skills like working on CAD, CNC and welding. These have given me a different outlook and new ways to tackle problems

Every single day I do and learn something new. In the workplace there is a huge range of things to learn and get involved in. My programme allows me to explore lots of different engineering roles which makes it interesting

Having a few days at the start of the programme to induct us really helped us to get familiarised with our course. As it is such a large company it can be hard to find out who is responsible for us and who to report to at first.

My employer specifically my manager communicates with me regularly and they do care about our programme. They will set out plans for us to have work when attending site. My college really care about us as students and want us to do well

Although I am in a large class, I still can have access to one on one tutoring. Any question i may have will be answered to ensure I understand fully

It is hard to understand how well it will help as I haven’t had much workplace experience yet. I believe it does set us up with the basic skills in a broad range of job roles which could be important

I recently had an Outward Bound course with my work to the Lake District. It was good as I met people from different areas and sites of the business. I’m sure there are many other activities in store for me in the future

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Not only is this company an industry giant, but they seem to care about their employees. They have and will continue to provide excellent training which could help you climb in a job role/career

To show an interest in what job role you are applying for. They have lots of different things to do so have a look and research into them. Try your best and show willing. Also be open and honest with who you are and what you like to do :)