Maintenance Technician Apprentice Review
at BMW Group UK
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Swindon, Wiltshire
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
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
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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
As a final year maintenance technician apprentice my day to day role varies on the types of work being carried out. when production is running my job is to over see the activities and perform maintenance on the robots and machinery when needed. As well as this I perform things such as planned maintenance as well as a range of maintenance checks.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy the programme and what it has offered me. I have developed a large range of skills and have gained industry knowledge in the field.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
During my apprenticeship I have learnt many skills, such as mechanical, electrical and programming skills. Using hand tools to carry out various activities. I have also developed skills in fault finding.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme is very well organised, as an apprentice we are taken through a range of placements throughout the business where we develop skills in each department. These placements are followed by meeting with management giving feedback so we can later build on the skills we have learnt.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
The employer does a great job in ensuring as an apprentice I get the correct support. During the apprenticeship we are always aware of who to go to for this support. Everyone within the business is very good at offering this.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
When working towards my Qualifications my training provider ensures I have the correct resources to get the most out of learning. If at any point I need further support this is always on hand also.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The qualifications I have gained throughout my apprenticeship are very useful when allowing me to perform better within my job role as maintenance. Units covered within the qualifications all have direct relations to daily working activities that I carry out.
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
Work offers a wide selection of activities, as part of the first year of my apprenticeship we had a trip known as SKERN lodge, this allowed me to network and build a team environment within the apprentice network. I was also able to take part in an Apprentice event at another Factory. this also allowed me to network with other associates.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a very good company to work for and the apprenticeship is very industry relevant and will set you up with the needed skills that will allow you to exceed in your role.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?
Make sure to research the company and what we do at BMW group.
