Electrician Review
at BAE Systems
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Electrician
Barrow-in-Furness
Review Submitted: March 2025
Overall Rating
2.5 /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!
2.5/5
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Overview of Role
3/5
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Skills Development
2.2/5
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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:
3/5
First part of the apprenticeship is full time at furness college, this consists of Bae behaviours, workshop doing domestic electrical installation, quality control, communications, panel wiring
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
2/5
I enjoy the electrical side of the course, however I do not like being full time at Furness college
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
I have learned how to test electrical equipment. I have learned how to read and relate to an on site guide. I have developed communication skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
It is common to be in lessons at college when there is not any tutors to teach, this causes me to become behind on some of the work that is required
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
I receive more than enough support from my employer, they are very good at helping their employees in any way that they can
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
I do not receive as much support from the college as I receive from my employer
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
I feel as though I have learned skills that I will be able to take with me through my career through the college workshops
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
I do not get involved with any of the above
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because they look after their employees very well, the pay is good and the hours are good
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Ensure that you know the importance of being punctual and that you know the importance of health and safety in the workplace
