Apprentice Pipe fitter/fabricator Review
at BAE Systems
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Barrow-in-Furness
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
3.8 /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
3/5
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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 work on the enclosed units within BAE fitting pipes and working at the Pipe fabrication shop, manufacturing and assembling pipework
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
It's an interesting role. You learn a lot and no day is the same
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt alot of new skills within manufacturing and assembling pipework, increased my knowledge of pipe systems and how they work and increased my maths knowledge
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
I feel like the structure of my apprenticeship has been okay, there are areas for improvement such as not having enough tutors in college, and the learning criteria being outdated in some regards. But overall okay
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
The support was there if you needed it
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
I feel you have adequate support from my training provider, though feels like sometimes you are having to do a lot of chasing
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I have learnt alot and grown into my role well because of the qualification and learning I have received
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
No idea, not that I'm aware of
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good place to work, great home/life balance
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Ensure you are showcasing the best of yourself
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at BAE Systems
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4.5
