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Tata Steel

Mechanical Engineer Review

at Tata Steel

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Margam, Port Talbot SA13 2NG, UK

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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
3.8/5 - 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
Machining components to engineering drawings as required. Modifying existing components to suit
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Extremely

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Learnt new skills in machining on lathes and millers including cnc machines

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very organised
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
A great amount my employer helped me throughout
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Colleges and teaching bodies helped a great deal when completing qualifications
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My qualification helped me have a greater understanding of jobs I was performing every day
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
Not really

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Tata Steel to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It’s helped me gain a level 2,3 and HNC in mechanical Engineering and also gave me a job in my chosen field
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Tata Steel?
Answer any questions confidently and if you don’t know ask don’t be afraid
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