Trainee Telecoms Engineer Review
at BT Group
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Taunton, Somerset
Review Submitted: May 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
Cabler - rodding and roping underground ducts, pulling fibre optic cables in to build new fibre network. Reading job packs and map plans.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy my apprenticeship. It is a complete career change for me and I really enjoy working outside and being hands on.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, map reading, understanding how the telecoms network is in the ground and how it works.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
very well structured.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I am very well supported by my manager and NVQ assessor.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Yes I am very well supported
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I have a better understanding identifying cables and how certain part of the network works.
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
I am involved with a SMART WATCH Trial which helps involve safety for lone working or in rural areas.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BT Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a great company to work for, I feel valued and they have amazing employee benefits.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BT Group?
Not to stress about anything, they provide all the training you will be need and kit. fantastic opportunities once you are in and a job for life if you in the right direction.
