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Apprentice fitter Review

at Rolls-Royce

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Derby

Review Submitted: April 2021

Overall Rating

3.4 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
2.6/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
Working with Jet engines on a daily basis, depending on my placement. It could be anything from working in overhaul, working in test, experimental, or new production.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy being practical as I am a visual learner, and I enjoy the environment on the shop floor.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Gained valuable experience from the other fitters, use of tools, operation of equipment etc

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
1/5
The programme has a structure, but often it isn’t very well thought out. For example, apprentices placed in placements that aren’t their role, or just poor communication in general.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Sufficient support is received
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Further education support is good, even from home.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
I believe my qualification helps me to perform in my role to some extent
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
No

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Rolls-Royce to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great company to work for with lots of opportunities
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Rolls-Royce?
Research the company, and know the engines for your interview, it will make you stand out!
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