Engineering Apprentice Review
at Unilever
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Leeds
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
3.8 /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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.4/5
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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:
4/5
On a day to day basis my role involves the proactive and reactive maintenance of equipment. This involves routine maintenance on both mechanical and electrical systems, as well as setting up mechanical and electrical systems ensuring they are installed correctly, calibrated, and functioning as intended.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy my programme I strongly feel that I am learning important skills and gaining credible experience.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
During my apprenticeship I have been able to develop my understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, pneumatics and hydraulics paired with the practical skills used to maintain them, additionally I have been able to further my understanding of engineering documentation such as electrical drawings and pneumatic diagrams.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
My apprenticeship is structed well. I am able to experience different engineering roles within my workplace that will help me identify my strengths, weaknesses and potential gaps in knowledge
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I am content with the amount of support I receive from my employer. I am able to consult with my mentor or workplace coach if i have any concerns.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My training provider schedules regular reviews to check on my progress throughout my apprenticeship
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Gives me an understanding on how to safely work within a industrial/manufacturing environment
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Unilever to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a good company to do an apprenticeship with as you are supported through your apprenticeship
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Unilever?
Research the role you are applying to gain an understanding of what you may be doing on a day-to-day basis
