Mechanical Fitter Review
at BAE Systems
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Barrow-in-Furness
Review Submitted: March 2022
Overall Rating
4.3 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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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:
4/5
It requires fitting components into systems to ensure that systems function correctly. It will also include hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
It is really exciting and get to learn many new applications and disciplines of the job.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have developed my hand fitting skills such as filing and scraping. I have learnt how to use a lathe and milling machine and feel confident.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It is very well organised
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
You receive a lot of support as well as many new opportunities and chance to further your experience.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
You receive a lot of support.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It allows us to better basic skills so that they can be improved further down the line.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
You go on outward bound as a team. This is to improve team building.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a great company that offers a lot of support for its employees. They allow you to grow more as a person and learn what it means to be part of the industry.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Ensure that you work hard and apply yourself to everything you do. Ensure you know what it means to be part of the industry and company.
