Apprentice Mechanical Technician Review
at SSE
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Mechanical Engineering
Scunthorpe
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.8 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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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
Stripping, rebuilding, and fitting mechanical plant and equipment onsite and in the workshop.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy being at work and gaining new skills, the people I work with are great and provide me with the support I need.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, I have learnt a lot of basic mechanical skills as well as site specific skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I have all the information I need at all times, my HETA mentor and work manager are only an email away. I feel as though the structure is good and I have progressed through the program well.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer have helped and guided me through my programme, the technicians I work with are great and allow me to get involved. My manager and supervisor often set meetings to talk about how I am doing.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My HETA mentor has been great throughout the programme. He made sure I had everything I needed, set deadlines which I could meet, and made sure all my work was up to standard.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The initial training at HETA was very basic and not very relevant to where I work, however it allowed me to get used to being in a work environment and have a go at using tools and equipment.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
I have attended several events with my work, mainly to schools and local communities to talk about what we do and the opportunities for young people.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend SSE to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great company to work for, flexible and good benefits. SSE is also a growing company with different sectors across the UK, so plenty of opportunities.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to SSE?
Research the company, show willingness, be yourself!
