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Balfour Beatty

trainee engineer Review

at Balfour Beatty

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Engineering

Manchester

Review Submitted: May 2021

Overall Rating

4.9 /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
5/5 - 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
being a site engineer where i will carry out surveys and engineering work
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
i enjoy the program throughly and have been involved with some major projects within the company

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
i have developed my team working skills and personal management

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
my organisation is very well structured and has managed my program well
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
i receive massive amounts of support with all my work daily
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
again massive amounts of support daily
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
it has taught me massive amounts about engineering and the principles behind it
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
yes there are mental health clubs and activity clubs

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?
Yes
Why?
its a great company with great pay
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?
dress smart and be formal for the interview
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