Fitter Review
at Rolls-Royce
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Derby
Review Submitted: February 2023
Overall Rating
1.7 /5
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1/5
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Overview of Role
1/5
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Skills Development
1.6/5
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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:
1/5
On a day to day basis my role involves the planning and operation of building an aircraft engine. whether that is putting the modules together or making the individual modules them selves as well as this i have to collect the evidence for the jobs i complete in order to pass my NVQ.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
1/5
The programme started off during COVID and wasn't too enjoyable but i thought as time progressed it would become more enjoyable. However it has been quite the opposite due to delays in training resources and overall progress not due to my fault. This has made the course quite stressful so far.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
1/5
I have developed new skills such as learning how to use engineering equipment such as ratchets and spanners as well as developing mathematical and scientific skills, whilst learning new ones about business and operations of aero engines. I have also learnt practical skills such as operating machinery and manufacturing steel.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
1/5
The programme is currently poorly organised and structured. So far we have had many gaps in teaching where there is no teacher in the role or the teacher hasn't showed up for lessons, as well as this there has been a 1 year delay in receiving an NVQ assessor meaning i am already a year behind schedule in my apprenticeship.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
2/5
From my employer the support is very on and off, sometimes there will be a good amount of support and i will receive all the information i require or request. Other times it is the exact opposite meaning i receive little support and don't get the resources that i require
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
1/5
So far the support received from the training provider has been below adequate. it takes a long time for items to be processed and has often led to delays in receiving qualifications and results due to this. However the teachers are extremely friendly and supportive. It is mainly the level above where there is a lack of support.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
the qualification definitely improves performance in the role as it allows us to understand more about the business and the aero engines we are working on as well as giving us insight into health and safety and business management to prepare us for the shop floor. The practical training also adds to this.
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 are some social activities you can get involved in such as the apprentice league a sports competition or several well-being events throughout the year that anyone is welcome to get involved in. but i personally think there could be some more or if there are options out there we need to be made more aware of them.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Rolls-Royce to a friend?
No
Why?
So far it has been quite a stressful programme and i have been very disappointed there certainly needs to be some improvements in the quality of the apprenticeship before i would recommend it a combination of delays, miscommunication or no communication or resolutions has caused this and is why i cant currently recommend it.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Rolls-Royce?
If applying to Rolls-Royce i would recommend that you find out the current situation of the apprenticeship by asking current apprentices at forums or on open days, it is also important you are fully aware of the course and that there are shifts that must be followed and unsociable working hours as well as it being a big place meeting new people often.
