Level 3 operations apprentice Review
at Network Rail
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Logistics and Operations
York
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
4.3 /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
4/5
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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:
4/5
We had multiple placements across the different roles in operations.
We also attended AST and got qualified as signallers.
We had to frequently update a log to record what we did each day.
We also attended AST and got qualified as signallers.
We had to frequently update a log to record what we did each day.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Its a great start to my career and been an excellent way into Network Rail.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Communications, planning and team work.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
A lot of spare time that could've been filled with more placements.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Always easy to reach and responded fast.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Always easy to reach and responded fast.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I feel ready and well equipped to start my new role as a signaller.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
A few women on track events that I am attending this month.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Network Rail to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Amazing progression opportunities and a great company.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Network Rail?
Put in time to research the job your applying for.
