Applications Developer Review

by Balfour Beatty

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.8/10

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

My current role involves the development of our service request system (BMC) covering everything from Data modelling, migration & development to trouble shooting issues

10/10

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

I've learned a lot of new skills in my current position and have been able to take skills I learned from my apprenticeship and apply them to my current role

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The programme I was on (Data Analyst) provided me insight into areas never covered before, I enjoy learning and applying skills so enjoyed this immensely

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Each module contained an 'in classroom' week long session as well as independent learning & skills coach tutoring

9/10

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

My employer provided all of the time & resources I needed to fulfil my apprenticeship & opened up opportunities following completion

10/10

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

My skills coach was always on hand whenever I needed them, either via email, telephone or face to face on site

9/10

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

My qualification has afforded me opportunities within Balfour Beatty that would otherwise have been closed off due to lack of knowledge and/or skills

10/10

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, each BB site has their own activities programme as well as whole company initiatives & networking events

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

During my time at BB, I have seen first hand how the business actively encourage their employees to broaden their skills & knowledge. The business really do care about their employees and actively listen to our views & needs

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

Don't hesitate, BB is a great employer and I'm sure you won't regret it.