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Babcock International Group

Aircraft Technician apprentice Review

at Babcock International Group

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Northallerton

Review Submitted: April 2023

Overall Rating

4.6 /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
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
I maintain aircraft by fixing broken parts and replace expired items. I carry out inspections which allow the aircraft to fly.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
It’s the best stepping stone I could have asked for to get me where I want to be in the future. Knowing this will benefit me.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Hand skills, time keeping, communication, team work, organisation, endless knowledge.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
There has been a slight delay in work from the college, however the company have been brilliant by trying to solve the issue as quickly as possible.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Everyone within the workplace has time to help whether it be practical activities or academic work.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My training provider provides me with work which I can work through at my own pace which is what I prefer.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Knowing the ins and outs of the workplace and the criteria allows me to know how I should be performing in my 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.)
3/5
There are different opportunities to visit different areas for different reasons which people may enjoy.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Babcock International Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They look after you, but also progress you to the best of your ability. This betters you for your career and allows you to see which job role best suits you.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Babcock International Group?
Think about what can happen after your programme and where you may want to end up.
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