Electrical Apprentice Review
at Thames Water
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Reading
Review Submitted: March 2024
Overall Rating
3.3 /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
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Overview of Role
3/5
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Skills Development
3.2/5
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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
Electrical maintenance technician who responses to electrical faults and completing preventative maintenance tasks
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoy my programme when I am fault finding and installing new circuits.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Learnt new skills such as electrical testing on motors and electrical panels. Installed new pump and lighting circuits
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
Programme is well structed with online and in person training via college.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Support is always received whether from my line manager and colleagues.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Support is good when reaching out to tutors for help.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
There is a mix of information provided, however some isn't relevant to what I do on site.
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 lots of group activities that you can get involved in.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Thames Water to a friend?
Yes
Why?
If you have a interest in becoming a maintenance technician it is a great option and also to get involved in the water industry.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Thames Water?
Research the company values and apply yourself.
