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AstraZeneca

engineering maintenance technician Review

at AstraZeneca

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Macclesfield

Review Submitted: April 2021

Overall Rating

4.5 /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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4/5 - 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
My current role on the apprenticeship is studying at Macclesfield college for this year. I am not on-site at the minute.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I am currently greatly enjoying my programme.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt many new theoretical skills over the course of my apprenticeship due to me taking part in the college course. I have also developed my workshop skills by doing an NVQ qualification.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The structure of the programme is logical and easy to follow.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive all necessary support from my employer.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I receive large amounts of support from my provider. From all my lecturers and learning support.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My qualification gives me a greater understanding of engineering processes, which in turn allows me to be more effective in 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.)
2/5
Due to my lack of involvement on the worksite, my exposure to extra-curricular activities in the workplace.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are an excellent company to work for, with a very well rounded course and ood support from all sides.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AstraZeneca?
Don't be worried, just do the best you can.
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