Projects Fitter Apprentice Review
at National Grid
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Electrician, Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Hinckley
Review Submitted: April 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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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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:
4/5
Carrying out substation inspections, routine maintenance and installation of electrical systems.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
The training has been good and is a lot more enjoyable than my previous job.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Most of the things I am doing at work I have never done before in a previous role. So they are all new skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well structured with training courses for all tasks that will have to be completed on site.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I feel well supported by my employer.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Well supported, with well defined training courses.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Without the training provided the role would be impossible.
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
Not really, but there was a get together at Christmas.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend National Grid to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Very good company with good support and training provided in all areas, with additional support provided if any problems arise.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to National Grid?
Focus on the training on the 12 week induction.
