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Met Technician Review

at Steer Automotive

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Automotive Engineering

Chichester

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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
Met Technician. Mechanical Electrical Trim Technician.
I work stripping refitting and repairing interior, Electrical, trims and Mechanical components in the Accident repair
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I love it. The workplace is amazing and the support is brilliant. Definitely the best choice for an apprenticeship

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt lots of new skills over the course of my apprenticeship, which in tunr have helped me to learn other skills outside of the workplace and given me the knowledge to do so!

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Its very well structured. Thatcham Research have a very well laid out plan for the course of the 3 years. Making sure you dont miss out on getting trained in anything
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I recieve alot of support in the workplace and through the college side of the apprenticeship
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
They help me every step of the way. Making sure im up to date with my work and getting the affective training and experience in the workplace
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My Qualification has given me alot of the confidence ,experience and knowledge to do certain tasks in the workplace. In particular the electrical side of cars, from EV's to wiring repairs and circuit testing
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Not through the company, but i do see some of the people i work with, helping them on weekends and going to events with them

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Steer Automotive to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are a very good company to work for, with a great training provider and excellent facilities
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Steer Automotive?
You'll love it. Be confident, but dont expect to know everything. If enjoy the work, itll be a breeze
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