Apprentice Administrator Review

by Balfour Beatty

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:

Oracle R12, spreadsheets, training providers, i am part of the training team which is a very busy little team however we manage.

10/10

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

Yes I have managed to learn the whole R12 service regarding putting information onto the system and meeting time deadlines to a high and respectable standard. Also my attention to detail has improved massively and I will like this is improving more and more each day.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy my programme.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is well structured, I wish I could just be closer to my apprenticeship provider that I am doing my course work with. instead of this all being online as it can be fairly tricky.

4/10

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

I receive lot of support from my Line Manager and other colleagues. They are all really welcoming and understanding. I feel like this helps me massively.

10/10

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

I receive a lot of support from my training provider however I feel that it would be even better if we did the apprenticeship work at the college or sixth form our course is taking place at.

10/10

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

i think it helps me to preform better in my role as I have had internal and external knowledge given to me to be able to be the best I can be in my day to day job.

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.)

No this is not an option. However there are residentials that make place for the early careers team.

10/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

They are a brilliant company to work for nothing you ask for is ever too big or too small they are very fair with all there staff and treat them with respect, all the staff are very friendly and helpful. i wouldn't rather work anywhere else than Balfour Beatty

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

To be honest and truthful in your CV and try your upmost best to impress and ensure that you are polite and respectable and I am sure you will go far in Balfour Beatty. There are so many different roles and opportunities here at Balfour Beatty. Speak with your line Manager if you are unhappy in your job role and i am sure there will be something that you enjoy. don't be afraid to speak up.