Apprentice Solutions Analyst Review
at Balfour Beatty
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Motherwell
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
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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
My day to day work includes working within a team who are responsible for the day to day maintenance of the Office 365 suite. This includes but is not limited to MS Teams, SharePoint, Excel, Word, Power Automate and Power Apps.
We work to resolve current issues as well as on projects to further the digitisation of business processes.
We work to resolve current issues as well as on projects to further the digitisation of business processes.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I am thoroughly enjoying my apprenticeship with Balfour Beatty. I have had the opportunity to work on exciting, interesting and high profile projects. The ethos throughout the company is one of helping each other, too, this makes working very enjoyable.
The training with QA has also been enjoyable and has provided many opportunities for me to expand my knowledge - even though it is delivered remotely.
The training with QA has also been enjoyable and has provided many opportunities for me to expand my knowledge - even though it is delivered remotely.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Before working with Balfour Beatty I had never worked with the Power Platform (Power Automate / Power Apps). Since starting in August 2020 I have developed my knowledge where I have independently been able to attain Microsoft's Power Platform Fundamentals Certification.
I have also furthered my existing knowledge with Office 365 as well as increased my knowledge of both the Construction Industry as well as how an It team works within a business.
I have also furthered my existing knowledge with Office 365 as well as increased my knowledge of both the Construction Industry as well as how an It team works within a business.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme is very well organised. I have a clear road map of SCQF Level 6 > SCQF Level 8 > Degree Level, if I want to progress that far. This is all facilitated by the Emerging Talent team.
If I would like to do anything extracurricular outside of that I can get in touch with the Emerging Talent team and see what they can do to facilitate or help me.
If I would like to do anything extracurricular outside of that I can get in touch with the Emerging Talent team and see what they can do to facilitate or help me.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
The support I receive from my employer is great. I am afforded my time to study, attend courses and sit exams. If I need to take a bit more time to meet a deadline this is also allowed. HR have been very clear about my rights as an apprentice and that if I ever feel they aren't being met I can always lean on them for support.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My training provider provides great support. There are weekly courses which I attend and these are instructor led which allow me to get an answer straight away to any question I have. I also have regular meetings with my assessor to keep me on track. And along side all of this I can just email my assessor any questions that I have.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I have learned an array of both technical and soft skills through QA. So this has not only furthered my knowledge but also allowed me to be better in meeting, when writing emails, when writing reports. I have benefitted massively from the QA training provided. I think it will not only help me progress in my role but future ones as well.
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
My work offer many extra curricular activities. These include related activities relating to our partnerships with The Princes Trust and Duke of Edinburgh. They also provide an internal challenge which tests and builds team working and project management skills. There have also been multiple opportunities to meet with different parts of the business within Balfour Beatty's own Emerging Talent netowrk.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Balfour Beatty, to me, is streets ahead of the competition - opportunity wise. They are partnered with all of the leading personal and professional development organisations so there are endless opportunities to participate and build upon your skills. The work that Balfour Beatty do is also very interesting and varied so you may even find another career path internally.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?
When applying to Balfour Beatty - be yourself.
Balfour Beatty have a dedicated Emerging Talent team who facilitate the growth of apprentices and graduates. This team will host regular check-in's and make sure that you are getting the most out of your apprenticeship and most of all - that you are enjoying it!
Balfour Beatty have a dedicated Emerging Talent team who facilitate the growth of apprentices and graduates. This team will host regular check-in's and make sure that you are getting the most out of your apprenticeship and most of all - that you are enjoying it!
