Engineering Administrator Review
at Howdens
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Manufacturing
Runcorn
Review Submitted: May 2025
Overall Rating
4.6 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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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
As an Engineering Administrator, I oversee daily administrative operations, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow within the department. My responsibilities include tracking departmental budgets to maintain financial oversight and developing/managing databases to streamline the tracking of various engineering data. Through these efforts, I support the team's efficiency and contribute to the effective management of engineering resources and information.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I thoroughly enjoy my apprenticeship and the opportunities it has provided me to enhance my skills and progress my career going forward
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have gained a wealth of new skills, particularly in Excel and database visualization, many of which I have already applied in my role. Before this apprenticeship, I was self-taught, but I have since refined and enhanced my abilities, making me more efficient and significantly improving the visual appeal of the databases I manage
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I believe this program has significantly enhanced my skills within my role, improving various aspects such as database management, data cleansing, visualization, and communication. As a result, my efficiency has increased, and I now have a deeper understanding—not just of how to perform tasks, but also why they are essential
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
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Howdens to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Howdens is an excellent company to work for, with outstanding staff management and a deep understanding of employee needs.
They encourage professional growth while maintaining a relaxed and positive workplace culture.
Their commitment to employee well-being is shown through numerous workshops and a comprehensive well-being program, ensuring that staff feel valued, supported, and empowered.
They encourage professional growth while maintaining a relaxed and positive workplace culture.
Their commitment to employee well-being is shown through numerous workshops and a comprehensive well-being program, ensuring that staff feel valued, supported, and empowered.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Howdens?
Don’t be afraid to make it known if you want to progress Howdens are fully supportive
