Overhead linesman Review

by Balfour Beatty

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

My role is overhead linesman which is working on the transmission pylons, anything from building them to refurbishing/rewiring.

10/10

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

Everything I have learned is all new to me but the 9 week training course I received at the start really give me a good starting block to life on site and learning new skills every day!

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Everyday! My experience is 90% out of site with 2 week blocks at college. which means I’m learning everyday out on site.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Excellent, right from the first day you receive a calendar of everything you’re doing in the 3 years. From one day courses to your 2 week college block.

10/10

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

The support at Balfour Beatty is excellent. You always have somebody to turn to or call whether that’s out on site or in the office. Somebody is always there to answer any issues.

10/10

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

You receive great support.

10/10

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

It gives you the understanding of the details on how everything on the Grid works and performs.

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.)

I have been to numerous events put on from Balfour Beatty with the early careers team. From 4 day residentials to go karting as a social event in Inveraray.

10/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

Sometimes joining a large company can be quite daunting but the support at Balfour Beatty is excellent. There is lots of opportunities in the business.

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

Network, there are so many opportunities within the business.