Apprentice Civil Engineer Review
at Balfour Beatty
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Civil Engineering
Plymouth
Review Submitted: March 2024
Overall Rating
2.2 /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!
2.5/5
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Overview of Role
2/5
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Skills Development
1.8/5
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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
I am an, on site operative and set out for other companies
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
2/5
Long hours and some days finding stuff to do.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
2/5
Yes I believe I am becoming competent in using the setting out equipment
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
There's 5 apprentices on site and we struggle to find jobs for us to all do
How much support do you receive from your employer?
1/5
I rarely get support
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
1/5
None, I have been told that I cannot work on my coursework i work hours on top of a 12 1/2 hour day (including driving)
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
It helps me in some aspects
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
only networking events
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The early careers path is a great idea
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?
Check your working hours with your line manager before committing
