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sheet metal worker Review

at BAE Systems

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Barrow-in-Furness

Review Submitted: March 2026

Overall Rating

4.6 /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
4.4/5 - 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
my day to day basis consists of me working with materials and using engineering drawings to transfer the drawing onto my material. i also use tig welding towards my job.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
i do enjoy my programme. i enjoy learning new skills in the company.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
i have learned plenty of new skills with the new job. i have learned new skills with using different types of machinery. i also learned how to weld with tig welding

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
i think our programme is very organised. we have work planned everyday
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
i receive alot of support from my employer. if i am ever struggling i feel confident in asking them for help
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
i receive alot of support when needed in my work
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
i think it helps me alot in performing better in my role
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
no

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
job security and a great team around you
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
i would just say just dont be scared to ask for help
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