Transport Planner Apprentice Review
at Arup
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Logistics and Operations
London
Review Submitted: April 2023
Overall Rating
3.6 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
3/5
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Skills Development
3.4/5
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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:
3/5
Developing potential solutions to problems such as congestion and. decarbonisation. Assessing the impact of recent building developments, such as a new housing estate, on transport systems. Designing research methods and survey techniques. Modelling traffic flows using mathematical techniques and specialist computer applications. Analysing and interpreting data. Preparing reports and publications. Giving presentations about proposed transportation options. Staying knowledgeable about government transport and planning policy.
Preparing documents to ensure new schemes are granted planning permission.
Preparing documents to ensure new schemes are granted planning permission.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
GIS skills, AutoCAD skills, Report writing, Transport modelling, Excel skills, Design skills, Knowledge about planning permission, Design standards, Teamwork and Communication skills, Numerical skills, IT skills, Analytical skills, Problem solving.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I am well supported in my role. I am provided with a mentor, buddy and line manager who I can go to if I need help with anything.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Lots of different activities to cater for everyone.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Arup to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good work-life balance. Great opportunity for professional development, training, learning on the job. Support from senior colleagues alongside opportunities to take on responsibility. Very friendly and inclusive place to work. Understanding of flexible working. Private health insurance is great as a benefit. Profit share twice per year.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Arup?
Be yourself.
