sheet metal worker Review
at BAE Systems
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Barrow-in-Furness
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
i make a variety of components from sheet metal. i do this by using many different skills that i have learnt during my apprenticeship.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
i really enjoy it. my tutors are very helpful and i feel i am developing a lot in my apprenticeship.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
i have learnt most of the skills needed for my job in my apprenticeship and i feel very well supported.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
SASK is great and well organised. however college is quite disorganised with only now getting some tutors who we should of had since September.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
i receive plenty of support whenever needed.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
my skills coach is very helpful giving me as much support as possible. my tutors give me all the help i need to complete my work.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
very well.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
yes, showing people around and taking part in open days.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
the work offered is great, it is very interesting and the salary is good.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
STAR method for interviewing.
