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Technical Support Techniciaan Review

at Defence Equipment & Support

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Bristol

Review Submitted: May 2022

Overall Rating

3.1 /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 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
2.6/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
3/5
Procurement and supply of military equipment. Mechanical and electrical engineering in the main.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
Really enjoy it. Plenty of good people and lots of good learning.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Learnt a lot about electronics and project management skills, as well as confidence in presentation giving and communication with professionals.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
Somewhat well organised. A lot of changes tend to be short notice.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
A fair amount of support. Line manager is at college if ever you need to speak to them.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Plenty of support. The course leader and tutor team are fantastic in the main if you have an issue.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Quite a lot. The course leader has experience in the company and tailors the learning to suit 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.)
1/5
No. Not really. I'm afraid not. I don't think so.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Defence Equipment & Support to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It's interesting work and there is a lot of diversity in opportunities and projects.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Defence Equipment & Support?
Make sure you have the time to handle the workload that you will take on at home.
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