Fabricator Review
at Babcock International Group
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Plymouth
Review Submitted: March 2025
Overall Rating
4.7 /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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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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:
5/5
I spend the day shadowing a more experienced fabricator. A lot of the work is replacing metal that has rusted away, but also outfitting compartments with new units, changing out venting, prepping for welders and correcting welds.a
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I’ve learnt how to grind, oxy-fuel and plasma burn, sheet work, outfitting, read engineering drawings and other more miscellaneous skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
We receive plenty of support, the apprentice development advisors are really helpful and I’ve never had an issue
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
We have meeting with our assessors often, who will guide us in our coursework and how to approach it. I’ve never had an issue with this
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
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
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Babcock International Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Babcock has been a really strong company to enter the industry with, and I have been well supported in developing my skills.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Babcock International Group?
Try and apply as early as possible for the interview, and make the most of a full year in college, as it’s really useful for doing coursework
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