Apprentice Civil Engineering Technician Review
at Costain
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Civil Engineering
Brighton and Hove
Review Submitted: February 2024
Overall Rating
4.5 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
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:
4/5
Setting out builds, reduced digs and ductwork. Will also help groundworkers, carpenters and mechanical engineers if needed.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
This feels like the perfect job for me and the support i get is incredible.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Lot's of training and so many new skills learned.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
There is a clear structure and progression path in place.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
The support is absolutely incredible.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
The training is outsourced to a college group. The content is good but the quality of teaching isn't the best.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I think the content relates really well to my job, it just isn't presented the best.
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
There are apprentice / graduate activities that take place, as well as work do's.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Costain to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are a brilliant Company in terms of support, safety and overall friendliness. They have brilliant benefits available and look after their employees.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Costain?
Research which role would suit you best, and apply as soon as you can.
