Digital Energy Degree Technical Apprentice Review

by Schneider Electric

Rating

9/10

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

• Operate within Schneider Electric policies and guidelines to ensure we work in a safe and responsible manner taking a zero-tolerance approach to unsafe behaviour; • Take ownership of your customer base to meet/exceed our contractual requirements • Delivering a best in class service • Working closely with the customer to identify operational issues that we can resolve • Provide clear and concise service reports that demonstrate the value of Schneider Electric • Proactively identify and provide quoted solutions for improvements, upgrades or repairs • Identify energy and enhancement projects to provide suggestions and opportunities beneficial for both parties • Advise and assist Operations Managers and Sales with larger opportunities • Take part in the team call out rota and support other members of the team where possible

8/10

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

I have learned more about the industry i have chosen as well as developed as an individual in the process.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have enjoyed being apart of the apprenticeship programme for the lat 3 years and look forward to what the future has in store

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is very well set up with lots of training provided, opportunities available as well as time set a side to progress with the degree.

10/10

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

Support is always available through work with my manager also checking in weekly with me and how i am getting on.

10/10

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

Support is always available with the training provider with reviews every 6 weeks to check that i am still on track

9/10

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

My qualification involves skills and qualities that I use in my everyday job, so this benefits me improving my everyday work.

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.)

I have been involved in networking events as well as bi monthly meetings with the rest of my apprentice cohort.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Schneider Electric to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Good company benefits, prioritise you, learning opportunities, opportunities to move to different sectors within the company.

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

Be honest and open