Machining apprentice Review
at BMW Group UK
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Engineering
Goodwood, Rowlatts Hill, Leicester LE5 6TF, UK
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
3.1 /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!
3/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3/5
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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
In a typical day I get involved in a variety of different things including machining components, repairing and modifying fixtures
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
It can become tedious overtime if you don’t have any work.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I’ve learnt a variety of new skills including how to use different machines and learn new skills
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Not terrible, been better in the 2nd year but the 1st year I was constantly moving colleges and it felt quite disorganised.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
I am quite supported
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I have slots during work time to allow me to do college work
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
It helps me at work
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
Not too many
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good benefits, working environment and learning new skills
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK?
Be yourself and don’t be nervous
