Mechanical engineering apprentice Review

Item: Mechanical engineering apprentice at Babcock International Group
Rating: 4.4
Author: Anonymous

at Babcock International Group

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Mechanical Engineering

Plymouth

Review Submitted: March 2026

Overall Rating

4.4 /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 - 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:

4/5

My job role involves a lot of hands on work in our workshop learning skills such as how to operate tools and machinery and general engineering knowledge. There is also a lot of theory work involved including math, engineering communications and health and safety.

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

4/5

I enjoy my role a lot

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

5/5

Throughout my course I have learnt many new skills ranging from hands on tools and equipment skills to complex math knowledge.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

4/5

How much support do you receive from your employer?

5/5

How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

4/5

How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

5/5

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

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Babcock International Group to a friend?

Yes

Why?

Babcock is a great company with a great support system and as a bonus very nice starting salary especially if my friend was going to them straight out of school.

What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Babcock International Group?

Ensure you are ready for the step up in work from being in education and also ensure you have a genuine interest in what you are applying for otherwise it will become more difficult for you.

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