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Balfour Beatty

Apprentice Materials Technician Review

at Balfour Beatty

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Kingston upon Hull

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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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
No two of my days are ever the same, every day is a learning experience. however my general day to day tasks would involve routine morning checks of equipment then perform whatever lab based tests my lab manager has briefed us on for the day.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy my programme to a great extent. my learning is well structured and covers a wide array of subjects relevant to my job and that are generally interesting to me and align with my future career goals.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I'm always learning new skills that'd be what I'd say the main point of having an apprenticeship would be, however things I've recently learnt are how to be more organised, how to work better as a team and how to be more adaptable.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
my programme is very well organised my curriculum is laid out clearly and I can see what I need to do.
Each course has well defined objectives and expectations, the availability of resources and support is excellent.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive substantial support from my employer. They provide not only financial support but allow a very flexible work schedule so that I can attend my study without conflict
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I receive ample support from my training provider, they're always available if the need ever arises for my to ask anything.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My training allows me better knowledge of my day to day job and also helps me to stay safe in my role by teaching me the basics of health and safety.
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
There are lots of extra-curricular activities for me to take part in within my work from things such as team building exercises and social events that I'm always invited to

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It's an ideal place to better yourself as a person and a great place to work on a career with internal progression being promoted.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?
My advice would be just go for it give it your all, be yourself and work hard and you'll be fine!
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