Toolmaker Apprentice Review

Item: Toolmaker Apprentice at BMW Group UK
Rating: 4.8
Author: Anonymous

at BMW Group UK

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Engineering

Swindon, Wiltshire

Review Submitted: April 2021

Overall Rating

4.8 /5

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4.5/5 - Overview of Role

5/5 - Skills Development

4.6/5 - 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

My day to day job role involves performing and carrying out tool maintenance on all the press tools that are used to produce the panels for the Mini Brand. tool maintenance involves the basics such as cleaning down the tools all the way to larger repair and modification processes in order to have them operating within the correct tolerances

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

5/5

I thoroughly enjoy my apprenticeship program as I have always had a passion for the practical work we carry out as well as Cars, so being involved in the helping of making such a defined branded car is great fun. I really look forward to coming into work to continue with the job that is underway.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

5/5

through out the course of my apprenticeship I have learned such a wide and vast amount of skills and new abilities...
During the first year we learnt a huge amount of knowledge that gained us an understanding on the whole basis of engineering and about all processes / elements that are commonly used in these environments
the second and third year we have been on site learning where we have developed and gained so many practical skills and elements all about tooling, using machines and equipment as well as general BMW traits.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

4/5

The program has been well structured, ever since the first year there has always been a plan in place for the course of work we would be doing. especially during time within the workplace there is a structure and monthly plan in place where we spend time at different departments to grow an understanding on the business and what work happens.

How much support do you receive from your employer?

5/5

We receive lots of support from our employer and also everyone we work with inside the workplace. If ever we are in doubt or confused about anything at all (even non-work place based fears) there is always someone there to speak to and receive help from so that you can continue work and develop as a person.

How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

4/5

Swindon College as our training provider have been good for providing support when working towards our qualifications, if we are ever stuck with work or struggling with time schedules there are always opportunities to go to extra lessons / receive support from lectures or even get extensions for work if we need

How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

5/5

My qualifications that i have been learning the past three years so far has greatly helped me to perform better in my role, before beginning this i had no prior experience to anything engineering related but now i feel more then confident to carry out work inside the environment due to the things that i have learnt and the qualifications i have earned.

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 are many extra-curricular activities inside and outside of work, within the apprentice ship there are many team building skills and trips you go on to grow stronger and also relax from work with friends. we do a Skern lodge week of outdoor activities as well as a mountain challenge over the course of the weekend as a team to challenge yourself in your physical abilities.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?

Yes

Why?

i would recommend the apprentice ship to a friend if they had the same passions as i did, its a great scheme to learn and develop the finest engineering abilities using so of the most up to date technology that really allows you to grow and learn. the apprentice ship is also a great way to gain access into a business which offers you so much room to climb the ranks and progress.

What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?

if i was to look back from now to when i started the apprentice ship i would say so many things. when you apply be patient as it takes time to hear back from BMW but if accepted you will have to do some online tests so prepare yourself and take your time (Engineering, Math's and English short test) then you will hear back to see if you passed. on passing you will have the opportunity to then go to an assessment day with the other people who applied, you will spend the day / morning doing small tasks with others. Finally passing that a final interview will be held with some management at BMW to judge if you have achieved a place.

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