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Thames Water

Apprentice Project Engineer Review

at Thames Water

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Project Management

Kent, UK

Review Submitted: January 2025

Overall Rating

3.2 /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 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
2.8/5 - 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
In my role i have to overlook projects, meet contractors and complete various amounts of paperwork that are to do health and safety
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I do enjoy the programme however there is a lot of waiting around for emails to come back to you or if your waiting on any phone calls

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have developed my communication levels and my hands on levels

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very good as there is a clear structure
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Lots
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
Not as much as I mostly learn it by myself
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
The qualification so far hasn't reflected much on my work day
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
No

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Thames Water to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Thames is a good company with lots of internal oppurtnities and the staff is also great
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Thames Water?
Make sure to research the company when applying and make sure its something you want to do
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