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Level 3 Maintenance Technician Apprentice Review

at BMW Group UK

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Engineering

Swindon, Wiltshire

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

4.6 /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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.6/5 - 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
My role involves working on numerous pieces of machinery. Days can range from being really busy and lots of things breaking to being really quiet. Lots of automation equipment is worked on PLC for example.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy it.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes i have developed many skils during my time here.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The structure is good with 3 monthly placements in each building.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Excellent support from the employer.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Receive good amounts from training provided.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
learnt a lot in the first year of college; basic fundamental skills helped on the shop floor.
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

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good support and a great place to work in as well as a working environment.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?
Be prepared for lots of paperwork and have a good self-management strategy to handle it.
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