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Network Rail

Operations Management Graduate Review

at Network Rail

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Business Operations

London

Review Submitted: June 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
Operations Management Graduate, going around the companyt on placements in different areas of Operations in order to gain experience.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I have thoroughly enjoyed the program, which has given me many opportunities.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes alot, from signalling trains to Controller of site security, Personal Track safety, management skills and people skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I believe my scheme was well organised, by the perfect scheme manager.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I recieved alot of support whenever i needed it. I never had ay issues.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Whenever support was asked for, it was given.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It is a work in prgress and a foundation to build upon. It gives me what i need to start.
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
There are networking events, im not sure of other things.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Network Rail to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Its a company that looks after their employees, with lots of benefits and opportunities.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Network Rail?
Work hard and receive the rewards of your labour.
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