Higher Level Mechanical Engineering Apprentice Review

I am in an office based engineering role in the marine sector of Babcock. I work closely with project teams and collate information about any design queries they have when installing a new piece of equipment. I am also a STEM coordinator and I'm heavily involved in outreach for recruitment at schools.

I am gapping a position currently so my daily tasks are laid out for me and my responsibilities are clear. I can manage my progress against KPIs. I have daily interactions with both employees inside the business (great for networking) and also externally with other businesses and stakeholders. I understand the requirement for off the job training and what is required from me to pass my apprenticeship.

I have received support in many different ways, both on a personal and professional level. I have had the benefit from the employee assistance programme through 1-1 counselling and also through the mental health first aiders. On a professional level, i have been developed through professional institutions such as EngTech. I have also been supported through qualifications such as a foundation degree.

With my qualification i have been able to apply for EngTech through IET. I have gained foundation skills to engineering which i can apply to my day to day role.

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The opportunities gained through Babcock, i would not have had at any other company. I am set up for a fantastic career in engineering. I also believe the pay is very good for the South West.