Material Control - Level 6 Apprenticeship in Coleshill

BMW Plant Hams Hall, Birmingham – Level 6 Material Control Apprentice – 3 Year Business Apprenticeship (August 2026) 

We believe in creating an environment where our apprentices really can learn and develop during their time with us. Our experts and mentors will treat you as part of the team from day one, encouraging you to bring your own ideas to the table and giving you the opportunity to really show what you can do.

BMW Group Plant Hams Hall is a modern, state-of-the-art engine manufacturing facility, located just outside Birmingham, UK. Producing the latest generation of three and four cylinder petrol engines as well as V8 and V12 engines, the plant has recently celebrated 20 years of successful production. Operating seven days a week with more than one engine rolling off the line per minute, the plant plays a key role in BMW Group’s global production network, supplying engines for BMW and MINI, including some of the latest plug-in hybrid vehicles.

Level 6 Material Control Apprentice – 3 Year Business Apprenticeship (August 2026) 

We are seeking a Material Control Apprentice who can learn through the course of this Business Apprenticeship within BMW Plant Hams Hall and eventually look to consider a full-time position with the Material Control & Transport (Supply Chain) department, subject to meeting expected standards of performance. Working within engine manufacturing, specifically within the logistics function. Our team is responsible for ensuring on time delivery of engine components to the engine assembly areas. Our team ensure parts are available for build in 2 European engine plants – Hams Hall and Steyr. With lean stocks and just-in-time deliveries into all plants, a stable supply chain is essential. We are looking for a self-motivated, driven individual to support us in this fast-moving environment.

What awaits you? 

• Supporting the team both in an operational and project capacity.

• Material planning within the BMW network including Hams Hall, Steyr and Munich for the commodities under the control of the Material Control department at Hams Hall.

• Communicating with assembly planning and physical logistics departments at both Steyr and Hams Hall.

• Scheduling of assembly components to support both Baukasten and V series engine requirements.

• Working with external suppliers to ensure process adherence and data quality.

• Performance monitoring of suppliers and hauliers along with timely escalation of critical supply topics using recognised tools and techniques.
• Driving Hauliers through Performance Reviews to ensure we protect production, improve supply to schedule and load quality

Your Training 

The training that you receive during your apprenticeship involves studying modern, state-of-the-art automotive production technology as well as the latest innovations in manufacturing techniques.

The BMW Group offers an enhanced level 6 degree apprenticeship commencing end of August 2026. The three year programme is designed to enable you to experience different aspects of engineering and production technology, including controls systems, machining, fluid power, electronics, welding, and many more.

Alongside the practical logistics and business skills that are gained, the program will also focus on your personal and professional development where you will have exposure to a number of business techniques such as Agile, Lean Manufacturing and Problem Solving.

Qualifications and Experience 

• A minimum of 5 GCSE’s (or equivalent) at level 5/C (or above) including Maths and English.

• A minimum of 2 A levels grade C or above both in a mathematical based subject and a Science, Technology, Engineering related subject or a BTEC Level 3 in a relevant Engineering or Technology discipline.

• A confident and inquisitive nature is essential – we actively encourage our apprentices to question our processes, not only to support your learning but to also allow for process improvements to be identified.

• Strong focus on systems with a keen interest in IT enabled processes and digitalisation.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is an eager willingness to learn new processes, methods, and technologies.

When it comes to selecting the right apprentices, it’s as much about attitude and behaviours as it is about vocational and academic success. That’s why in addition to the qualifications we require from you, we’ll also look for you to have a range of skills, attributes, and behaviours. These include team working, the ability to work without close supervision, quality focus, good communication skills, enthusiasm, initiative, and the ability to take on responsibility and show accountability for your work.

Your Year-on-Year Progression 

The three-year programme is designed to enable you to experience different aspects of Logistics Programme Planning, Material Control Transport, Physical Logistics and many more processes. This training takes place at Plant Hams Hall and a local college. Additionally, there will be a strong focus on all aspects of logistics quality.

The first year of the program is purely in a learning environment where in addition to starting the academic requirements of your program in Business and Procurement.

Following this, you will undertake competency-based training while working on site and start your degree program with the foundation degree in year one and finishing a full degree by the end of the apprenticeship.

The placements give you the chance to experience the business, whilst carrying out business relevant projects alongside your study. You will have the opportunity to take advantage of the benefits of working for a world-class global automotive manufacturer, networking with people of different nationalities and to put theory directly into practice.

You will then be gaining further practical experience, by joining the Logistics Material Control team as your placement role. These teams are responsible for ensuring that the timely supply of production material to ensure engine assembly in Plant Hams Hall. Our processes are enabled by state of the art highly systemised web based solutions  to steer both our production and our hauliers. Finally, by the end of the apprenticeship, you will have also finished your degree.

Why choose us? 

• Great Pay – A competitive salary enhanced every six months depending on individual progress and performance.

• Rewarding Work-Life Balance –Start and finish times will vary to meet the needs of your work-based placements and college hours.

• Exciting Additional Benefits – Throughout your apprenticeship, you will be supported by our experts and many fellow apprentices. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits including access to our discounts scheme and a subsidised on-site restaurant. If aged 18 and over, you will also have the opportunity to purchase or lease a BMW or MINI vehicle of your choice at a very special and reduced rate as part of your benefits package.

• Development Potential – In the UK, we invest around £3 million per year in vocational and professional training for our employees. This means we invest in you, giving you the relevant BMW specific training that you will require to be an active member of our team.
• Networking Opportunities – With around 8,000 employees and all three of the BMW Groups brands being represented in the UK, there are an abundance of networking opportunities allowing you to create meaningful working relationships.

What do you need to do now? 

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, then apply today.

Once you click apply, you’ll be asked to create a profile, complete eligibility questions and upload your CV – You may only apply for one apprenticeship position but you may also express your interest to be considered for others.

If you meet the eligibility requirements, we will invite you through to the next stage of the process which is an online assessment, designed to further explore your verbal and numerical skills.

The successful applicants from the above will be invited to the final stage of this process, a face-to-face Assessment Centre at our BMW Hams Hall plant. Provisionally, the Assessment Centre us due to take place week commencing 30th March 2026 (this is subject to change).

Please note: 

To be eligible for this position, you must have lived in the UK for three years prior to the start of the apprenticeship and be able to provide proof of your legal right to work in the UK.

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Closing date for applications:  Saturday 28th February 2026