Aricraft maintenace apprentice Review
at British Airways
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
London
Review Submitted: April 2022
Overall Rating
4.8 /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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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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
My as an aircraft apprentice involves working and gaining expereicen on the variety of aircraft BA has to offer. This involves being stationed in different maintenance facilities and carrying out maintenance to ensure the aircraft remian airworthy. As an apprentice it also involves taking A license module exams and recording work in th CAP 741 EASA book.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I've gained a lot of valuable experience for my career and have enjoyed the program a lot as it has exceeded my expectations and would recommend it to anyone thinking of an apprenticeship n the industry.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Throughout my time, I learned a lot of new skills, such as being able to efficiently locate technical documentation for tasks. I also managed to develop my hand skills through the experience I gained and can now confidently use all tooling. My communication and interpersonal skills have also improved as they were very poor before joining.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme was structured very well. I received support whenever it was required and had mentors who were very supportive. From joining to the end there was a clear pathway created so I knew what was expected of me through out and was able to set goals for my self.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I received support from my employer at all times. All my managers and supervisors were very helpful and guided me through any problems I came across.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My training provider provided a lot of support when it came to completing my qualifications. I was motivated throughout and didn't have any difficulties with them.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The knowledge I gained through my qualifications has been very beneficial in my day-to-day activities and has enabled me to become a more conscientious apprentice.
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
A lot of sports activities are organised among colleagues in the different areas of the business.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend British Airways to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I would recommend British Airways as it's an excellent company to work for and provides many great opportunities for development which I think is brilliant.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to British Airways?
Try your best at all times and make the best of any opportunity you get
