Level 6 Apprentice Engineering Technician Review

by BMW Group

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.4/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

My job consists of training all week with 3 days being practical training in a workshop and 2 days spent doing degree work.

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have learnt lots of new skills such as PLC and developed some skills that I had done in school such as machining.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

9/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

The support I receive from my employer is excellent as they are always available to answer and questions and will support me as much as they can.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

There are occasions where I feel BMet leaves us in the dark about some situations however, in general the support is good and I feel confident in my apprenticeship

8/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I feel that the qualification I am working towards has improved my skills and made me feel more confident when I go into my placements in the workplace in September.

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

There are lots of opportunities to get involved in extra curricular activities such as football, netball, newsletter team, SharePoint team and charity champions.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend BMW Group to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I think that it is a very good opportunity to get the same qualification as a person that goes to university whilst working for an excellent company and learning all the practical skills that are needed to have a successful career in the industry.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group?

I would advise that applicants research the company and the specific plant that you apply to and ensure that you are confident to do a presentation as BMW is very keen on people being confident speakers and knowing how to do a good presentation.