contracting supervisor Review

Item: contracting supervisor at Tarmac
Rating: 4
Author: Anonymous

at Tarmac

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Construction

Birmingham

Review Submitted: May 2024

Overall Rating

4 /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!

3.5/5 - Overview of Role

4/5 - Skills Development

3.8/5 - 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

overseeing the works of complete road works. as of current, my role involves a mix of office / site work, working from a HS2 office, working for many different tasks to aid my progression and knowledge. tracking costs, ordering materials, helping the gang and much more.

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

4/5

job is very enjoyable and rewarding, however can be hard in early, cold mornings. when out on site, it is always good fun, however the weather can determine your mood, and early starts may leave you tired.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

4/5

i have developed general groundwork skills such as shovelling. i have learnt how to measure roads, and calculate tonnages. general communication skills improved.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

4/5

our program is, for the most part, completely organised, accurate and understandable. things are usually in place for when you need them, and its rare you can arrive to the wrong location.

How much support do you receive from your employer?

3/5

my employer provides some support, and is very easy to talk to in need of help. sometimes it feels as though some daily tasks can be provided better to improve my progress.

How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

4/5

qualifications are all paid for, and allowed appropriate time to focus on studdies.

How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

3/5

growth in knowledge for general construction supervision. while my training course is sometimes not relevant to the job role, the application of some learnings is present.

Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

5/5

an array of activities to get involved in within my company. coffee mornings are common and the use of employee committees helps link together and fuel social events. conferences provided at different times of the year, which are great networking events.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Tarmac to a friend?

Yes

Why?

enjoyable job with a company who cares about their employers and wants the best from them and their health. large range of job roles and areas of expertise, suitable for all walks of life.

What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Tarmac?

be yourself, be dedicated, be willing to go out of your comfort zone. ensure your health is in check - diet and sleep. enjoy the little things, because the role is really rewarding when you do. socialise with your team, make friends and enjoy the time you spend here.

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