Apprentice Engineer Review

by Costain

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.9/10

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

I am an apprentice engineer working on the A556 improvement scheme and my role at the company is to work with the structures team setting out points for the structures, diversions for services and anything else related to structures.

10/10

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

I have learnt and developed many skills regarding the use of different types of equipments on the job such as laser levels, gps surveying equipments, water monitoring equipment etc.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy the program and I hope to continue learning new things

10/10

4. How valued do you feel by Costain?

I feel like a very valued member of the team

10/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is well structured and the staff are extremely helpful and kind when I have any problems

10/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

If I need support it is always available to me and people are always willing to help

10/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

If I need support it is always available to me and people are always willing to help

10/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

It meets my needs very well

9/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Yes company provides us with verious training programs for us to take part in

10/10

9. Would you recommend Costain to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I would recommend them because Costain is well organised, the staff members are always kind and helpful and It has got a very comfortable and enjoyable work environment.

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