Mechanical Apprentice Review
at Tata Steel
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Mechanical Engineering
Port Talbot
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
4.5 /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
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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:
5/5
8 hour shift. Mostly in neath college completing a level 2 course for my apprenticeship.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy what I do
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I’ve learnt how to use a lathe, and some tools in engineering.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I have a timetable for my lessons
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer keeps in touch via email, and lets us know what to do.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My training providers are very helpful
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
They give useful information
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
Sometimes we do social activities
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Tata Steel to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Very friendly place, exciting apprenticeship courses to offer
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Tata Steel?
Revise for the aptitude test
