Apprentice overhead line technician Review

As an overhead line apprentice at Crewe OCR I have been a part of many different construction projects whilst also acting as a first response to any de-wirements nationwide.

I have learnt many new skills due to the different qualifications we gain from the apprenticeship whilst also learning about the different disciplines of the railway from placements with varying departments.

It is by no means a flawless scheme but due to the excellent qualifications you receive and the fact that I enjoy going to work means that I am more than pleased that I applied for this scheme and was successful as I am really enjoying what I do.

Highly valued as Network Rail looks after it's employees very well.

Quite good however it could definitely improve in certain areas.

Generally the support is always there for you if you ask for it.

I receive any support that I need.

Overall for an apprenticeship I think the pay structure is fair, few if any would rival it in this department.

Yes there are plenty of opportunities outside of work.

Yes

Because it is a brilliant company to work for offering many opportunities and a good pension scheme.

Research what area you want to go into as they all differ considerably to what might suit you.