Welder Review
at BAE Systems
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Barrow-in-Furness
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.4 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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
The role of a welder is very important as it is the glue of the boats.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Great apprenticeship
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes throughout my apprenticeship I have learned a lot of new skills and developed existing skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
My welding apprenticeship was organised throughout the 3-4 years
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I received all the support needed throughout my time as an apprentice
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
As much support as needed
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It makes me feel more confident in doing any job presented in front of me
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
i have played football with some of the workers but outside of that not to my knowledge
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It has matured me in numerous ways and is a great company overall
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Listen to people that are trying to help you and teach you
