Building Services Engineering Technician Standard Review
at Arup
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
London
Review Submitted: May 2021
Overall Rating
4.4 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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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
I complete technician tasks on allocated projects this can be on different software including revit or auto CAD.
Work closely with line managers to provide a high standard of work for set deadlines.
Produce clear markups for technicians to follow, whilst we rotate disciplines after understanding technician work. ( Public Health, Electrical and Mechanical).
Work closely with line managers to provide a high standard of work for set deadlines.
Produce clear markups for technicians to follow, whilst we rotate disciplines after understanding technician work. ( Public Health, Electrical and Mechanical).
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy my programme as I am able to learn whilst working which means my knowledge I can put into practice, I am also always engaging with expertise and also CPDs to further my work and understanding. Everyone is always willing to help and even though I have started virtually I feel like I have had the opportunity to interact with all my team through team meetings and individual calls.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Revit was already a skill I had learnt from A levels however I extended this through internal training courses which actually taught me a different side to revit which was the MEP part. Communicating in my team has really improved I would always just go to my line manager, however now I would try and find whom the best person is to help with the question whether is be an engineer or a technician problem. Time management has been key as well to meeting deadlines.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Currently due to the pandemic I have not actually been able to fully start my college training, however instead I have started my NVQ assessment and have regular meetings with my training advisor.
The on-boarding with Arup, has been very successful with all my equipment being delivered to my home before joining and a full programme of meetings and inductions during the first couple of weeks.There has been continued conversation cafes with other people within my team.
The on-boarding with Arup, has been very successful with all my equipment being delivered to my home before joining and a full programme of meetings and inductions during the first couple of weeks.There has been continued conversation cafes with other people within my team.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I have received lots of support, before I even joined I was introduced to my buddy and we have been having regular catch ups and he has been integral to helping me get involved and introduced to other teams and meetings.
I have enjoyed being assigned onto a project and have regular meetings with my line manager and mentor, tasks are delegated to me on a regular basis and I can see my progress and how I am making an impact helping my team on the project.
I have enjoyed being assigned onto a project and have regular meetings with my line manager and mentor, tasks are delegated to me on a regular basis and I can see my progress and how I am making an impact helping my team on the project.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
It is difficult for me to answer this currently as I have only just started my NVQ and have not yet started my college training.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
It is difficult for me to answer this currently as I have only just started my NVQ and have not yet started my college training.
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
There are lots of extra events and activities to get involved in I am a representative in the Social team and will be running future events.
So far I have been to a few events including cheese and wine tasting, yoga classes and a magic show.
There is also opportunities to volunteer as a STEM ambassador helping local communities.
So far I have been to a few events including cheese and wine tasting, yoga classes and a magic show.
There is also opportunities to volunteer as a STEM ambassador helping local communities.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Arup to a friend?
Yes
Why?
There is lots of opportunity to grow and develop learning lots of skills, in a friendly and enjoyable culture. The training provided on moodle helps increase knowledge. Even at junior levels you are an integral member of the team and work on exciting and complex projects.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Arup?
Friendly, Sociable and Collaborative,with a passion to the industry of 'Shaping a Better World'.
