Vehicle Damage Paint Apprentice Review
at BMW Group UK
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Manufacturing
Chichester
Review Submitted: April 2026
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 vehicle damage paint apprentice, I have spent lots of time doing placements in and around the paintshop where I learnt the processes of the different areas of paint, such as preparation, masking, two-tone, spraying which is my main part of my role and what im going to college to learn.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
The programme has been a really great opportunity for me to get to know my role and the business to a very high standard. they have been really supportive in what id like to achieve out of the role and the prospects i have for the future and i have thoroughly enjoyed the placements i have been in so far and whats next for the future.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt lots of new skills such as paint spraying. I go to college and learn this skill on a weekly block. this skill is something i thoroughly enjoy and theres lots of room for development. As part of my placement i have learnt defect analysis, masking, preparation, polishing, sanding.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
very well structured, lots of support.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
lots of support, I feel if i ever have an issue its addressed very quickly.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
my trainers both at my college are very supportive and good along with my trainer who comes to my workplace, as hes very supportive and great at keeping us updated with the apprentiship programme.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Going to college has allowed me to understand my role and the skills needed far better as its allowed me to understand new processes, the principles of how to pass my apprenticeship, how to spray effectively, and the general knowledge of my role
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
the apprenticeship network has allowed me to work on extra curricular activities such as attending school events, mock assessment centres. and even spending time with new friends and colleagues outside of work.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
it has been a great opportunity and lots of room for development within the company.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?
be yourself, be prepared, know the history of business and the models.
