Mechanical fitter Review
at BAE Systems
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Mechanical Engineering
Barrow-in-Furness
Review Submitted: March 2025
Overall Rating
3.6 /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
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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
Measuring, fitting and repairing machinery within the submarines
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
2/5
I enjoy the workshop learning how to operate the machines and tools. However some of the class work is repetitive.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learned many skills within the last 6 months how to safely and correctly use machines, such as the mill and lathe. And the most up to date health and safety legislations.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Some of it is well structured in the long run of how it’s planned out but there are some points that isn’t clear like when we are going through the next steps and a lot of waiting around in the workshop
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
The staff are very supportive and helpful during the start to my apprenticeship and have good support systems.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Good amount
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Still not clear if some of the training is relevant
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
I’m not sure
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It’s a well structured company with good pension scheme and good support for employees
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
To learn about the business and the role you are applying for
