Technical Apprentice Review

by CBRE

Rating

8.5/10

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

Starting the day by meeting with my supervisor to see what the plan is for the day. After, doing a plant room check throughout the building. Then meet with a colleague and complete a few reactives and PPMs

8/10

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

I have learned many new skills in all different aspects of engineering, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, air conditioning and BMS. I have learnt social skills and how to make the client happy.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the apprenticeship scheme highly. Its a major change from being in school but I don't mind it because I enjoy being more hands on and problem solving.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I think the programme is well thought. They have frequent check ins with the person that handles the next generation apprentices. They make sure that everything is handled well and it is all ok at work and at home.

7/10

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

I receive all types of support from my employer. They offer me physical support in helping me in certain tasks throughout the day. They give me emotional support by praising me if I performed well on a task. They also don't mind assigning you on training courses so you can develop your skills.

10/10

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

I receive loads of support. They can give me advice and also guide me along the way. They feel comfortable telling me the area I need to improve in and also the areas where I am doing well.

9/10

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

I think my qualifictaion helps me massively.

9/10

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 think they offer extra-curricular events but I don't hear much about them, I was invited to a CBRE divisional day for my account which was great to meet new people and learn.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend CBRE to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I think its a great way that they treat you and they keep in touch to make sure everything is going okay.

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

It doesnt matter too much on your grades that you got in your gcses as long as you show that you are willing to work and have a good personality you will do fine.