Engineer Review
at BMW Group UK
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Mechanical Engineering
Oxford
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
4.1 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
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:
4/5
When i start work, i look for any jobs that need doing. This could involve preventative maintenance such as condition monitoring techniques. This may also involve fault finding on the ABB Robots or any other technology that may be used to help produce the body of the MINI. The day-to-day can vary.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I really enjoy my programme as it feel like every day is different to the last and that means that i am excited to come to work. Therefore, i can positively say that i do enjoy my programme and that i look forward to coming to work everyday and speaking to many different people as possible.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I feel like i have learnt and developed new skills after joining the BMW Group. I spent the first year building my basic knowledge and skills such as Milling, Hand-Fitting Skills and Electrical work. Over my second year, i have put these skills and knowledge to more practical scenarios out in the factory.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The structure of the programme is very well organised. I spend time in different areas, gaining knowledge and skills from more experienced workers which means that i am learning everyday. I know where i am going and what is expected from me which is what i should expect and what my managers should expect as well.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive good support from my employer. I feel that if i am in ever of need of assistance i can ask my manager from help or guidance. This can be in person, face-to-face, message or on a teams call. I feel like the support i get is satisfactory.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
For my qualification's i have BMET College. BMET are great in providing support for getting these qualifications. If i need to stay later or go through something again because i didn't get it the first time they are more than happy to do this. I feel like i am achieving the top possible grades for my qualifications.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It is very important to learn new skills and knowledge and being able to apply these out in the factory is extremely important. I feel that i am more knowledgeable when it comes to getting stuck in with the task out on the shop floor and being able to do thi alone and having trust from my fellow colleagues is great as well.
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 many activities that Employees can get involved in such as charity teams that hold event such as a football tournament to raise money. There is also a newsletter team i which apprentices can give their ideas and thoughts which is published to the wider public within the BMW Organisation.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Bmw is a worldwide company that provides a stable job. It also provides life skills and collogues that makes the work i do very much enjoyable. I enjoy coming to work and i learn something new everyday. It is a great company and is exciting as no day is the same.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?
The only advice that i would give to someone applying to BMW is to go for it and dont miss your chance to do it.
