Chemical Process Technician Review

by Syngenta

Rating

9.9/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Working on a chemical plant controlling the process. Following process instructions, collecting samples, problem solving, manual operating valves.

    10/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Yes. Over the past few years I gained technical knowledge of plant equipment, the chemistry involved in the processing and running operations via a PCS.

    10/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • Great apprenticeship that provides excellent training from operators that have been on site for a long time. Support provided from my apprenticeship manager was needed.

    10/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Very organised. Balance between plant training, college work and NVQ is executed greatly.

    10/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • Support provided wherever needed. There are multiple people on site that you feel comfortable to talk to if you need some help or guidance.

    10/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Able to manage work load on your own, but if you need support you can raise a concern to your training provider and they will help to guide you in the correct direction.

    9/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • Greatly.

    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. We have apprenticeship activities such as going to CATCH for the induction. Outwood bounds for team building and also a trip to another Syngenta site in London.

    10/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Syngenta to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Excellent company to work for that provides many benefits. Apprenticeship programme is well structured and supported throughout. Once your apprenticeship is finished you re guaranteed a job if passed all qualifications.

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

    • Are able to work as a team and can communicate effectively.

Details

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Huddersfield

April 2023

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