Natalie Asimeng-Gyan

"My Trainer personality comes to life when working with new digital systems. I need to be able to fully understand how it works in order to show those who are using the system. Also, working in GSK means we are providing life improving and even life saving medicine so we need compassion to provide the best possible service for the consumers. I feel this is where I use my Coordinator and Quality Controller personalities. "

"I am currently working in Automation and IT. We oversee the digital systems used across the site by investigating, implementing and improving the systems. My typical day would start off with a bi-daily TAP meeting where the team discusses the progress made and the goals we’re hoping to achieve. This allows everyone to be given a brief idea of what else is going on and maybe contribute another project. I spent a week up in the lake district with other apprentices for skills development. I was able to meet GSK apprentices world-wide and develop my communication skills. There are always opportunities for progression as long as you put in the work and show that you are willing to work hard. I have learnt the importance of networking and building relationships within the work place. My job becomes a lot easier and tasks are completed a lot quicker when I know and trust my colleagues. I've been given many opportunities to travel nationally during my apprenticeship for factory acceptance tests, college and also development weeks, all of which are funded by the company. Others have also been given international opportunities for work related activities. "

"My grandfather is an electrical engineer and inspired me a lot. Despite the noticeable gender gap, he never failed to motivate and help me approach new tasks involving electrical engineering. I was never pushed away from the idea of doing engineering to pursue something more 'girly'. I feel we need more men in professional positions inspiring more girls to feel comfortable in male dominated work spaces. During sixth form, I knew I wanted to do engineering and I considered both apprenticeships and university. University in some ways was the safer option and my sixth form was pushing for people to take that route. There was a lot more support and information regarding what university would involve. However, the benefits of an apprenticeship largely outweighed the benefits of going to university. Through an apprenticeship I would be able to simultaneously experience the world of world whilst obtaining the qualifications I need to progress in my chosen career. I will build a network and set myself ahead of those my age that may have chosen the university route. "

" I tend to start my day completing mandatory online training. I then go on to complete work on whatever project I'm assigned to. I meet and communicate with new people every day. I've gained so much knowledge about people and work which matures and enhances my way of approaching work. I also get to be involved in projects I enjoy, such as an environmental monitoring system, which is what I am currently working on. "

"Secondary education (GCSE/O-Levels) Post secondary education (College, A-levels, NVQ3 or equivalent) Apprenticeship (please specify level in over) PEO Electrical and Electronic Engineering HNC 18th Edition CE Marking "