Assembly Apprentice Review

by BMW Group

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7/10

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

Assist on the assembly line when required. Learn and help out different areas in the plant.

8/10

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

I have developed on existing skills that I previously had whilst learning new skills. I have developed my hands on skills further and my communication skills have improved a lot.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I am enjoying my placement as it’s suited to me, it’s making me enjoy work a lot more.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It’s getting better however I feel like it could still be improved.

6/10

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

We are getting more support and managers are starting to be more aware and they are communicating better.

7/10

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

The support is okay however I feel like in some areas it is lacking. For one lesson we still receive the lesson over teams and it’s making it a struggle to learn.

6/10

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

I don’t feel like it links fully with the job role. I feel like it links in some areas but there is a lot of parts which do not relate.

5/10

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.)

Yes

8/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

I think it is a good apprenticeship and it’s starting to get better. Apprentices are getting heard and things are starting to change. Rolls Royce is a good place to work for and it can help you progress a lot in the future.

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

Be patient as the application process can take time. Be prepared to be asked about the company and for the SHL tests.