Apprentice Review

by GE Aerospace

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

Overhauling Jet engines per customer specifications. Strip, clean, inspect, repair, build & test. I am also a STEM ambassador and go out to the community to inspire the next generation.

10/10

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

I have learnt extensive technical and meta skills that are far superior from when I joined the business.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy my programme as I have the opportunity to develop as an engineer and as a person. I have ample opportunities to get exposure to all aspects of the overhaul process to prepare me for full time employment

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme is structured well to cover work based training, college and extra curricular activities.

10/10

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

I receive all the support I need, both for my training and general life issues i.e. bereavement

10/10

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

I meet with my VQ assessor every 13 weeks to review my evidence and guide me through achievable targets until my next review.

10/10

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

I know what I need to achieve which allows me to work with my manager to create and adapt a training plan that aligns with my qualification through a strategic and structured approach

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.)

STEM events, careers conversations, Duke of Edinburgh, CV workshops, ERG involvement

10/10

9a. Would you recommend GE Aerospace to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

opportunities, pay, flexibility, support, role models

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

Do your homework on the role you are applying for and research the company