ICA Review

by Thames Water

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.2/10

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

Following my mentor on technical jobs and learning about plant equipment types and how they function.

10/10

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

My troubleshooting and fault finding skills have increased extremely well during my time, and my general understanding of all things electrical and instrumentation was great.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy it, I look forward to my working day.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The structure was not great at the beginning but has been dramatically ironed out for the better towards the end.

8/10

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

It has always been more than adequate.

10/10

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

Adequate support.

7/10

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

I have a far greater understanding of the day to day job role now than when I started thanks to the qualification course criteria.

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

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Thames Water to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a great company to work for with plenty of support if needed.

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

Be honest about your hobbies and passions there might be more details that are highly relevant to your roll.