Building Services Engineering Apprentice Review

by Transport for London

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.1/10

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

Performing Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health engineering tasks to keep London moving and improve the experience of the public, while completing my training towards my qualification.

10/10

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

I have developed, and learnt many new skills relating to my job, and my qualification throughout my time here including engineering related, customer facing, and colleague skills

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy my programme as it allows me to flourish in my role while developing.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is extremely well structured with 6-month placements allowing me to experience different parts of the company.

10/10

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

I receive great support from my employer, whether that being mental-health related, or help with developing skills

10/10

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

My training provider provides mediocre help.

5/10

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

My qualification gives me the theory behind my day-to-day job.

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.)

There are many social club e.g. football teams, social events and the Graduate, Apprenticeship and Internship Community.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Transport for London to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a great company to work for with great support and aid in development.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Transport for London?

Be yourself, research, and be excited about your job.