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Advanced Pipework Apprentice Review

at BAE Systems

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering

Portsmouth

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

4.9 /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
4.8/5 - 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
Currently being 6 months in it is a varitey of different roles and responsibilities being learnt.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I have no problems here and I believe its a good and progressive environment to be in.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt may new skills such as fabrication basics as well as building on previous knowledge I already had.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
I think its structured very well, however due to being such a large business plans can get changed regularly.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
There is constant support through skills coaches.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
There is always support to push for better grades.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I believe that it has given a strong foundation of skills to support my future 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.)
5/5
There is social groups, networking events and events to attend to promote the company.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Everyone is passionate about there role and genuinely want to be here. There is great support and a good social environment too.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
To be confident and open minded.
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