Quality Apprentice Review

Item: Quality Apprentice at Tarmac
Rating: 4.3
Author: Anonymous

at Tarmac

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Engineering

Buxton, Derbyshire

Review Submitted: April 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!

5/5 - Overview of Role

4/5 - Skills Development

3.6/5 - 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 role involves taking samples of cementitious products and testing them under various conditions to ensure consistent quality for the end user. This involves a daily routine of testing both physical and chemical properties.

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

5/5

It has exceeded any expectations I had, I am gaining knowledge and skills that were previously out of my scope in regards to career development and the team members on site have been nothing short of welcoming and helpful.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

4/5

I have been working through a Higher Apprenticeship Diploma in Mineral Products, as well as gaining on the job experience with time management, processes and data entry.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

4/5

I have been given ample time within work to focus on my studying and coursework commitments. The university modules have been straightforward to follow and any questions I have are answered. I also have frequent meetings to ensure that I am on track.

How much support do you receive from your employer?

5/5

I have never beenb refused any help when needed; an open door attitude allows me to visit various management members to cover various aspects of my apprenticeship.
I have also received mentorship from a graduate on site who has been able to guide me through the work based training.

How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

3/5

While there isn't much immediate support and tutoring from my training providers outside of work, I am always able to contact them when I am stuck or have queries.
While I enjoy the freedom, I feel I would benefit from a more hands on tutoring approach.

How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

4/5

I find that I am able to follow meetings and conversations far more easily, piecing together my understanding of the cement manufacturing process and how my role as a laboratory technician fits into the process.
I believe this knowledge will be beneficial to the plant in the future.

Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

2/5

There may be extra-curricular activities available, however this is not necessarily in my area of interest. I may look into it more when I have completed my qualification.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Tarmac to a friend?

Yes

Why?

I believe Tarmac to be a progressive and caring employer. I've always been able to find support when needed and I have never felt more secure in a job role. This is a working environment that I can highly recommend.

What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Tarmac?

Maintain a desire to forward yourself.
Always strive to learn and never be afraid to ask a question, even if you find that you are needing the answer repeated or told in a different way.

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