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Machinist Review

at BAE Systems

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Barrow-in-Furness

Review Submitted: May 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 - Overview of Role
4/5 - 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:
3/5
Machinist role involves hand fitting tasks and the use of machines to create workpieces
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoy my programme a lot as I’m learning new things everyday

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt how to use a milling machine and a lathe machine and CNC machine

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very well organised
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
Lots of support
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Lots of support
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Very well
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
STEM activities

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It’s a job for life
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Be yourself and provide examples of hands on work
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