BMW opens its doors to apprentices

BMW Group is inviting apprentices to apply for roles in engineering, maintenance and business.

The positions will be available in Oxford, Swindon and Hams Hall.

An open evening is taking place at MINI plant Oxford on 3 Oxford and at Plant Hams Hall on 5 February.

More than 30 apprenticeship places, lasting from two to four years, will be available starting from August.

Simon Farrall, head of apprentice and associate training for BMW Group UK, said: “A place on our apprenticeship programme is a fantastic way of fast-tracking a career here at the BMW Group. The pace of technological change, product innovation and the electrification of new vehicles makes it a really exciting time for new apprentices to be joining us.

“Working in some of the most advanced manufacturing locations in the UK, alongside some of the most experienced people in the industry, we’re looking for applicants with the motivation and ideas to drive our company forward.”

Depending on the programme, apprentice training leads to a Level Two or a Level Three Competency Qualification, while some young people will have the opportunity to progress right through to degree level in the course of their career depending on their performance.

Applicants will need a minimum of four or five GCSEs (dependent on the position) at Grade 3 or 5 or above, including Maths and English. For engineering and business degree apprenticeships, applicants will also need relevant higher qualifications, which will be outlined in each job advert.

Registrations can be made at here.