Aircraft Maintenance Apprentice Review
at British Airways
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Heathrow Airport (LHR), Longford TW6, UK
Review Submitted: April 2022
Overall Rating
3.6 /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
3.4/5
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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
I am currently studying towards a CAT A licence as part of the Aircraft Maintenance Apprenticeship at British Airways. I am learning in the classroom completing modules, learning in the hangar and also in the workshop improving my technical skills.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
My program is very classroom based however, I am looking forward to my work placement in order to see exactly how the business operates.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I am developing my technical skills and hand skills whilst also gaining key information about the industry and they job i am working towards. I have learnt how to work with different tools in the workshop to aid my theoretical learning.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The program is well structured to some extent. There is a little confusion about when exams are being taken due to new schedules however the learning is good.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
We receive lots of support from our employer and although we are off site we still regularly get in contact with them
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
There is lots of support being given and in the case of a resit there is brilliant support
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
We have to complete the necessary training in order to carry out our role
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
There are a number of extra curricular to get involved in back at Heathrow there are currently meetings each week to stay in contact
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend British Airways to a friend?
Yes
Why?
British Airways is a brilliant company to work for. There are so may avenues within the business and from my experiences they Weill look after you throughout your career.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to British Airways?
Do your research! It is important that you are motivated and know lots about BA
