Engineer Fitter Review
at BAE Systems
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Portsmouth
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
5 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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:
5/5
Varies day to day: sometimes I have practical work to do and some days I answer knowledge questions and complete work reports. My apprenticeship consists of a mix of electrical work and mechanical work, and I have been taught a variety of modules like mechanical, electrical and bench fitting.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy my programme a lot, as I have helpful and knowledgeable skills coaches who are always willing to help when its needed.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I learned a lot in the bench fitting module, for example how to meet expectations in the form of tolerances. I was also taught a lot about the combustion cycle and the basics of how an engine works, as well as how basic electrical components work and how to solder.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
My programme has been well structured and very well planned out, and my course is now due to have all work completed early.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I have received lots of support since I started, especially at the start of the apprenticeship when I was struggling the most with the move to another place for work.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
When working towards my qualifications, I receive support whenever I need it. If I ask for help my skills coaches have always assisted me in the best way possible, and where they can they will ask me questions to try to prompt me to answer my own question.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My qualification helps me in my role as it has taught me what I needed to know about my tasks. This includes ensuring that I am using PPE correctly and fully, and also helps me to be aware and capable of problem solving when issues arise.
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
Some of the extra curricular activities we have the option for at work include field gun, football and interviewing. We have the option to sign up to take part in several different activities which can help with teambuilding and trust in the workplace.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
BAE Systems has offered lots of support with my work and mental health and offers a range of different support measures. I feel that I am paid well for my apprenticeship and the skills coaches are all helpful and friendly.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Try your best and push yourself! If you don't know something ask a skills coach as they can help guide you through a job by using the extent of your own knowledge.
