Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship Review
at Tata Steel
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Mechanical Engineering
Shotton, Clwyd
Review Submitted: April 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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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 have recently completed my level 3 Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship, during my time I trained for 2 years full time at TTE Training completing a broad base training course which provided me with all the necessary skills and knowledge to transition to site full time in the 3rd year. Day to day on site I worked closely with engineers and craftsmen to advance my knowledge and gain confidence in the profession.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoyed each stage of the apprenticeship and felt like it was the correct length to gain the experience I need.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have gained a wealth of skills during my apprenticeship which I will carry with me during my career. I am able to tackle any job confidently
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The structure of the apprenticeship program was put together well, each stage felt like it was worth working towards and it never felt like a waste of time
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My apprenticeship manager couldn’t have been more supportive of us during my time and I have gained a strong connection and great respect for him. I felt confident that I was able to ask for help whenever I needed it and no question was too silly to ask him
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I received a good amount of support from my training provider (TTE) and I never felt pressure to meet deadlines
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I feel confident that my qualifications have helped me progress to a higher tier of craftman
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
In TTE I took part in outward bound trips which greatly improved my relationship with my colleagues
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Tata Steel to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a great place to work with many opportunities if you push yourself to make yourself known
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Tata Steel?
Apply through TATA and TTE training. Research about the company and find interesting facts to show that you have made an effort to research the company
