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Kier Group

Apprentice civil engineer Review

at Kier Group

Degree Apprenticeship

Construction

Cornwall, UK

Review Submitted: April 2024

Overall Rating

3.9 /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
4/5 - Skills Development
3.6/5 - 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 part of the reactive and planned civils team delivery maintenance and planned work for our client in the south west.The day to day consists of site meetings,pricing of jobs,completion of paper work and investigation work.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy my programme ,i am supported very well by my colleagues and the emerging talent team at kier

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
i have developed my teamwork skills,communication skills and problem solving skills

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It is very well organised and you are guided through the programme very well
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
i receive alot of support in my work and university studies
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
i receive quite a bit of support
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It allows me to better understand the theory behind some of the practical work we complete 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.)
3/5
We have regular calls about different topics such as how to handle work life balance and Ceo call etc

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Kier Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
As its a very supportive company and welcomes you into the role really well,they also help you develop your self and personal skills
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Kier Group?
Express yourself and show who you are. Kier is about great people and even if you dont think you have the required skills now there is always a chance to develop once you have joined
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