Mechanical engineer Review
at Sellafield Ltd
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Workington
Review Submitted: February 2026
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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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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
Mechanical engineer which includes deconstructing pipes, valves and rigs we also did bench fitting which is creating jobs out of blocks of metal following instructions
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy the programme everyone is friendly and there although we don’t always have a job to do
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
A lot of new skills have been learned through mechanical engineering like how to use machinery
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Meetings usually clash with times where we should be working
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
All the support I could ask for
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
A lot of support in practical and theory work also in tech certs
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My qualification is better for me as I prefer machinery work
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 is a lot of fund raising going on take part in which I like because it’s giving back to the community
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Sellafield Ltd to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Everyone is friendly and lots of career opportunities
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Sellafield Ltd?
Apply for a lot of roles so they can choose which one they prefer later on
