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Engineering technician Review

at Babcock International Group

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Plymouth

Review Submitted: March 2024

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!

4/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.4/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
I am an engineering technician following the fabrication pathway. My day to day changes and it’s always exciting to find out what new challenges I’ll be facing.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really love my programme there are a few times when it’s not organised well, but the company does try to rectify it.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt so many new skills and I’ve learnt so much in such a short amount of time. It has been fun learning these new skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
There is a hit and a miss with organisation, but everyone tries to make it work and listen when things aren’t going well.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a lot of support from my employer and it makes me proud to be working for them as they consider my health and mental well-being.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I receive a lot of support from my training provider they try to push me and go for the challenging tasks as well as knowing when I’m in my comfort zone.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I believe that the learning I’m doing will help me perform the best I can in my job. It helps put everything in perspective and I’m able to make mistakes and learn from them.
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 is tonnes to get involved with.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Babcock International Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
My mental well being and genuine passion has reignited for my job.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Babcock International Group?
Don’t be afraid and don’t let stereotypes make you rethink things as everyone is equal.
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