Toolmaker apprentice Review
at BMW Group UK
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Swindon, Wiltshire
Review Submitted: March 2022
Overall Rating
4.3 /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
4/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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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
On a day-to-day basis my role involves performing work on panel pressing tools. On these we perform tasks like modifications, general checking and fixing tools when they break down during production.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I really enjoy my program it is full of a wide variety of jobs and I find that I am constantly learning new things. The team are friendly and very helpful.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learned a variety of skills such as machining, welding and hand fitting.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
For the most part everything is well organised and structured although there have been issues on the college end of things due to construction, covid-19, etc.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
BMW provides us with all the support we need we just need to ask the right questions and seek support. If you want support but don't seek it its unlikely you'll get it.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Swindon college tries their best to be as helpful as possible while we are working towards our qualification. They offer extra sessions for maths as it becomes difficult and other support for education can be found on site as well.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
I feel that my qualifications do help to a certain degree. They've taught me the basic skills needed as we moved from the college into work life.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
There are plentiful events that we are able to get involved with such as different charity events that are held, the mountain challenge, etc.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
BMW is a really good place to work. The team are amazing and are willing to laugh with you and have deep conversations if needed. They are very supportive and non judgemental. The work is good too its very interesting and varies greatly. There are plenty of opportunities if you look in the right place for them.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?
Make sure to practice the tests provided online. Prepare yourself for a variety of different activities and/or challenges that may be presented to you during the assessment day. If you have any questions about the company or anything then ask those questions through provided emails.
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