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Heavy lifting technician Review

at BAE Systems

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Barrow-in-Furness

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 - 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
My role involves helping other trades lift things that would need a crane to life it because it’s to heavy or complex
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Yes I enjoy it

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I’ve learnt how to use a crane and multitask with multiple things going on at once also learnt the different accessories needed when lifting bigger objects

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well organised everything is been delivered perfectly and to a very high standard
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
As much support as we want and need they are very helpful
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
A lot of support to help us be able to pass and complete out apprenticeship, so anything we need support with we I’ll have it
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Helps me get a better understanding of my job and the things I will be doing in the future
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
No

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because it’s a great company that will help you evolve and become the very best version of yourself within your job
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Try your best don’t cut corners be honest and ask for help if you need support
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