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Apprentice Machinist Review

at GE Aerospace

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Cardiff CF15 7YJ, UK

Review Submitted: May 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
5/5 - Skills Development
3.4/5 - 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
As a machinist apprentice, day to day I learn how to use machinery to repair aircraft engine parts.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Enjoy everything especially the people.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Advanced milling techniques and accurate measurement taking.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Could be better by management but it works.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Lots. People to talk to about issues and problems.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Lots. We have meeting periodically to discuss progress.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Some is not relevant but overall does help.
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
Yes loads. For example stem visits to engage with communities.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend GE Aerospace to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great place to learn.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to GE Aerospace?
Study about the business before applying.
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