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Mechanical Fitter Apprentice Review

at BAE Systems

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Portsmouth

Review Submitted: April 2023

Overall Rating

5 /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
5/5 - 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 an apprentice fitter I shadow a experienced fitter on ships. Working on all varieties of systems
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy my day to day working as an apprentice

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Continuously develop news skills in using different tools. Building teamwork

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is very well organised with a good percentage of bookwork to practical work
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive as much support as i need and when i need it
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I am given all the support i need in order to complete my apprenticeship and gain the needed qualifications
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My qualification directly impacts on my role therefore the more i learn the better i am at performing my job
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Yes there are many different social and sports events that take place within the naval base. They are emailed to me on a weekly basis and can be joined at any time

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I'd recommend BAE to a friend due to the support the company gives to allow yourself to grow and develop into a competent fitter. They provide me with all the skillset to further my career.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Research what role it is your interested in and take advantage of any open days at the training centre so that you learn how the process works. Be committed to the learning aspects of the role as well as the practical work
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