Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Review
at British Airways
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Heathrow Airport (LHR), Longford TW6, UK
Review Submitted: April 2022
Overall Rating
3.8 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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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:
3/5
It covers a large range of tasks, first year is mainly exams and paper work, some hanger and workshop time. Following Job cards along with the AMM.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I love the program but working, living together and the amount of work needing to be done is very tiring. We don't always have a plan of what is happening in the programme which makes life more stressful which effects focus at work
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
My social and communication skills have improved along with independent living. Have improved my knowledge of the workplace, health and safety and knowledge of tasks required to perform.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
1/5
The organisation is bad, the program is good and the education is great but as a student we still don't have the years plan for breaks and exams.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
The support is good I'm always listened too and problems sorted out but the organisation of the company lets everyone down
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
The training provider trys to accommodate to most things you need and are very helpful.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The qualification has made me safe in the work environment and for me to perform my job to the best level I can, giving me updated information.
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
We have charity events to get envolved with and online events
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend British Airways to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because you are well listened too and cared for. It's a friendly and comfortable environment to work in, always feeling safe.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to British Airways?
Make sure you can cope with a high workload and changing of plans and working hours on short notice
