Caulker Review
at BAE Systems
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Barrow-in-Furness
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
3.6 /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
3.2/5
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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:
3/5
We are involved in the preparation and removal of metal from different stages of submarines. We help prepare for different processes such as fitting, putting together, or removing parts of the submarine.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really quite enjoy the job when im busy and getting the chances to show what skills ive learned and continue to develop them
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Ive learned skills which help me with my job such as burning, gouging and grinding. ive also developed working alongisde colleagues and tradesman to enhance my abilities from day to day.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
There can be a little bit of miscommunication but it is understandable due to the scale of company and work completed.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
I get enough support when asked for
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
they definitely give me the chance to ask any questions or get any help that i may need
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
i think it gives a different insight to the job that we do and the stuff we learn
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
not that i am aware of
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
its a decent work life balance, with plenty of perks that come alongside the jobs we do
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
work hard, take pride in what you do
