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National Grid

TNCC Engineer Review

at National Grid

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Warwick

Review Submitted: May 2024

Overall Rating

4.9 /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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.8/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Day to day role includes me going into work checking my emails/admin work. After this learning about my job role and simulating my job on the scada system as well as completing uni work at the same time
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy the programme I am always learning new things as well as being challenged but there is never too much burden. The work to life balance is really good. Everyone at work is really friendly and helpful.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes a lot of skills have been developed such as:
Time management skills
Confidence
Ability to network (New skill which I have learnt while being on the apprenticeship)

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Programme is really well structured with university blocks as well as working off the job to build other skills.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
There is a lot of support from the employer not just for work related issues as well as for any personal issues and mental health issues. There is also physical support available such as physio therapy.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
There is a lot of support, time is allocated for us to do my university assignments. Work deadlines are based on our university deadlines to ensure we get enough time to complete.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The qualifications give me a better understanding of the role I am in as well as the overall industry.
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
Yes there are always opportunities such as social events at Christmas times as well as professional networking events which have really helped me build up my networking skills.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend National Grid to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Brilliant company to work for as well providing a positive change to the UK. The movement towards net-zero is something that I love being a part off. The support at national grid is brilliant for any personal or work related issues as well diversity equity and inclusion.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to National Grid?
Be confident, learn about the electricity industry before the interview.
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