Engineering Linesperson Apprenticeship Review
at SSE
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Aberdeen
Review Submitted: February 2021
Overall Rating
5 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
My role is Engineering Linesperson Apprentice and I am currently in college learning mechanical and electrical theory amongst many other things relevant to my industry. I will also be attending the training school where I will be introduced to working on overhead lines. When not at college I will be at my local depot for on the job training.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy the program and look forward to what the future holds.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Whilst I am early in my apprenticeship I feel I have already developed my understanding of mathematics, industry legislation and mechanical theory.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I feel the programme is well organised and structured despite the current COVID-19 situation.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I am very well supported by my employer.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My training provider gives me plenty of support and is always available if I have any questions.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I feel that this gives me a better understanding of my environment and what will be required of me as part of my role.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Normally, yes, however COVID-19 has affected this.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend SSE to a friend?
Yes
Why?
SSE is a brilliant company to work for where you feel valued as an employee.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to SSE?
Do your research on the role you are interested in and also the company itself.
