Signaling and telecoms apprentice Review
at Network Rail
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Civil Engineering, Electrician, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Engineering
Preston
Review Submitted: September 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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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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
My role consists of going to the depot then back out for maintenance or a fault. I am outside for most of the working day in all weathers, taking readings or fault finding.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
The communication is really good, I enjoy the trading days out as it lets me travel around and it’s always a new day. No day is the same and work changes from maintenance to fault finding.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have an understanding on wiring and testing cables and electrical components. Being angle to read diagrams.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I have block weeks on e-learning and courses so I can learn face to face and online
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Everyone is easy to talk to and will help whenever I need it.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I am aloud resubs with assignment and can take a course again if I don’t pass. The trainers help and can explain an area I don’t understand
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
After a course I have a better understanding on what I’m doing on the track, each training period helps me follow along on track and put my learning in action
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
I haven’t done any other extra-curricular activities however it does look like a good opportunity
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Network Rail to a friend?
Yes
Why?
This apprenticeship is a better one then my other one. I feel more included and everyone if there if I need and help. There is a lot of safety involved and you are not pressured to do anything your not comfortable with
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Network Rail?
Be yourself and be ready to learn. Get involved and you can progress. Don’t be afraid to ask for help and there are people who will support you though out the apprenticeship
