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TOOLMAKER Review

at BMW Group UK

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Automotive Engineering

Swindon, UK

Review Submitted: March 2025

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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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
My day to day job involves fixing and repairing dies, which involves steel repairs, trim repairs and a lot of modifications.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I have enjoyed the last 2 years of my apprenticeship.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learned a lot about mechanical engineering along with lots of different tooling techniques.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
BMW group has a well organised apprenticeship.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
lots of support is provided a bmw group.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
lots of support is provided from BMET
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
my college course has given me the basic tools and skills to build upon in my work placement.
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 charity events to get involved in such as charity football events.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
very well paid and vast knowledge to be soaked up, and everyday is entertaining.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?
Make sure you a presentable for your interview.
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