MEP Apprentice Review

by Mace

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:

Am an MEP Apprentice (Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health) where my role involves learning and assisting with the installation, maintenance and repair of various systems within a building. This also includes ventilation, heating, plumbing and lighting systems. On a day to day basis, I shadow my manager with tasks like joining meetings and helping out with checks out on site (mainly risers), I also participate in training sessions to help develop my skills further and I ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards are met while on site which also helps with gaining more hands-on experience

10/10

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

Communication skills with fellow work colleagues, Problem solving, safety skills (PPE worn while out on site), Technical skills (Watching and learning the installation of different systems like Lighting), Adaptability skill (Adapting to getting used to my time on site and time to spend at the head office in a quiet space).

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very structured

10/10

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

10/10

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

7/10

10/10

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

8/10

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.)

Team drinks, Networking events with other fellow apprentices and new graduates

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Mace to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Due to its reputation for delivering high quality projects on time, different sectors and job roles to pick from (adaptability and changing from one job role to another to try out if you want), Provides excellent career development opportunities for apprentices and graduates and also fosters an excellent supportive & inclusive work environment

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

Tips or Advice: Always make your research about the various job opportunities at mace and apply for the one you fit in well, Connect with former employees or apprentices and listen to their experiences and find out what you can do better and relate back to your role, Stay confident throughout the application process and lastly make sure you prepare questions that are likely to be asked at an interview for an apprentice and ones for graduates!