Project Controls Technician Review
at Thames Water
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Project Management
Reading
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
3.9 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
3/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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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
I help control projects from scheduling, estimating etc. I am shadowing in different departments at Thames to see how the business as a whole operates.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I am really enjoying my programme, I love the flexibility that comes with Thames and the support that I have received from Thames as well
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
I have learnt new skills on each of the systems, and have increased my communication skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It has a good structure with clearly defined placements and structured work in the placements as well
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I have a lot of support from them and I feel as if I can ask questions whenever I need or want to
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
My training provider are very open for me to ask any questions whenever I want, even allowing 1 to 1 calls when I am stuck or confused.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It allows me to take the theory side of my work and see how it is being used in my business on a day to day basis
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
There are a few activities to be involved in, courses are regularly promoted as well as activity days throughout the year.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Thames Water to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The friendly work place and flexible working is the best way to start out and slowly bring yourself into the workplace when you start your career
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Thames Water?
Just be yourself and be enthusiastic and you'll make an impression.
