Service and repair engineer Review
at Centrica
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Dingwall
Review Submitted: March 2025
Overall Rating
3.8 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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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
Service and repair engineer for gas boilers. Traveling to customer houses and inspecting gas boilers.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
The programme is generally good with patch weeks being a highlight. Practical tasks at the academy feel rushed.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Learnt new skills for using tools, how a boiler works, basic plumbing and basic electrical work.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very well organized with the exception of communication to CDMs when out with different mentors.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
Generally good support. Some work outside learning expected without working hours.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Helpful when answering questions.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Most of the job roll has been learnt though the training with some extras helpful hint put in.
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
Plenty of extra activities to get involved with.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Centrica to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Stable company with good training.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Centrica?
Look into the different roles and choose one that suit you best.
