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Machinists Review

at BAE Systems

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Barrow-in-Furness

Review Submitted: May 2021

Overall Rating

3.8 /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
3/5 - 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
Machinist I work on lathes and mills creating parts over each day developing skills and creating items.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Very it is fun and divelopable

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Developed skills in turning milling and CNC machines

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very well
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
A fair amount such as reviews and divelopments
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
A fair amount of reviews and checks
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
A fair amount
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
Not that I'm aware of

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a career and chance to divelop skills and knowledge and a pay at the end.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Work hard
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