Level 3 Engineering Technician Review
at BMW Group UK
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Swindon, Wiltshire
Review Submitted: March 2025
Overall Rating
3.9 /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
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:
3/5
As an engineering technician, I rotate in placement around MINI Plant Swindon, and gain experience on the technical roles and involve quality and process understanding of the business, learning to meet customer requirements and how to work in a team.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy the apprenticeship, I get to learn a lot about the business and myself through projects and understand every associate's input in the decision making for the best outcome product for the seller.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt both technical and social skills during the course of my apprenticeship, such as PLC's, welding and business in my first year. Then I also got more experience presenting projects and how to work in a team.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The apprenticeship is fairly organized, giving you a chance to develop hands on and technical skills.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Employer always provides correct PPE and resources when needed, and people around the plan are assigned to help associates if needed
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
A lot of support is given from the training provider.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
better understanding of certain skills we learn at college and we also get to apply them in the workplace
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
As an apprentice, you get plenty of chances to get yourself involved in groups such as charity teams, communications, union rep. extra...
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a good apprenticeship which has a lot to offer and you will be able to learn many different skills.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?
Always ask questions if you are unsure about anything, make sure you enjoy the role you have applied for, and be confident in the knowledge you have.
