Vehicle Damage Repair Paint Apprentice Review
at BMW Group UK
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Manufacturing
Chichester
Review Submitted: April 2026
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!
4.5/5
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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
Currently I am working in spot repair where I help technicians rework defected panels, prep, mask and spray jobs that I feel comfortable with.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy my apprenticeship it has given me the opportunity to build transferable skills that I would not have expected myself to gain prior to the programme.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have gone from having no experience with paint spraying to growing competence with the gun at a steady rate and more so when I am partaking in a week of specialised training at Thatcham College.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The programme allows me to build a range of skills to be competent paint tech however some of the content at college I am unable to apply at work
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I have regular check ups with my manager and know where I can go if I have issues
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
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
Schools events
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Their apprenticeships provide a great opportunity to build the skills needed to lead a good career
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?
Be prepared to work hard and be eager to improve and learn
