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Facilities Building Management & Energy Placement - BMW Mini

We believe in creating an environment where our placement student really can learn by doing during their time with us and where they are given their own areas of responsibilities from the start. That’s why our experts treat you as part of the team from day one, encourage you to bring your own ideas to the table – and give you the opportunity to really show what you can do. 

Facilities Building Management and Energy Placement

Our Facility Management and Energy team are looking for a student to join our team for 13 months commencing July 2025. The department maintains all the non-production infrastructure, such as roads, buildings and utility supply networks on plant.

What will you be doing?

• Prepare documents to put out tenders for contractors.
• Supplier Steering and responding appropriately to reactive repairs as they arise.
• Project manage, supervise and coordinate the work of contractors.
• Manage and lead facility change requests to ensure minimum disruption to core activities.
• Plan for future developments including best allocation and utilisation of space and resources for new buildings, or re-organising of current premises.
• Check that agreed work by staff or contractors has been completed satisfactorily and follow up on any deficiencies.
• Use performance management techniques to monitor and demonstrate achievement of agreed service levels and to lead on improvement.
• Data base management to support, maintenance schedules and proactive tasks and facilities management related systems to include analysis of data.

Qualification:

• Studying towards a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or Construction.
• A Business degree would also be considered, and on track to achieve a 2:1 or above. Work experience can be particularly useful in areas such as: administration, building, business, construction, and engineering.
• Confident decision making.
• Time management and project management skills.
• Teamwork skills and the ability to lead and motivate others.
• IT skills preferred, particularly with experience of the MS Suite.
• A practical, flexible and innovative approach to work with an ability to prioritise workload.
• A full driving license may be required, if travelling between sites.

Why choose us?

• Great Pay - A competitive annual salary
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance - Contracted working hours are 36 hours a week with a half-day on a Friday, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.
• Exciting Additional Benefits - You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits including access to our Advantages scheme, giving you access to a range of offers and discounts, an on-site gym, and a subsidised on-site restaurant.

What are we responsible for?

• Supporting you in your training and ensuring you settle into your role and feel welcomed.
• Working sustainably and ethically.
• Providing you with the opportunity to bring your own ideas and develop yourself.
• Ensuring you are happy with your work-life balance and feel as though your contribution to the business is being valued.
• Encouraging you to develop your soft skills such as creating working relationships, communicating effectively, delivering presentations, and gaining confidence in your own ability, supporting you in both your return to university and your future career.

About BMW Group

No need to predict the future. You can create it. 

At the BMW Group, we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can learn from others and teach others. Here, our industry-leading experts will treat you as part of the team from day one and give you every opportunity to really show what you can do.

We look for passionate people, from all backgrounds, who will benefit from exploring every opportunity we have to offer; all while showing curiosity and ambition.

We also believe in giving people the skills and experience they need to thrive. That’s why we welcome around 200 individuals on six or 12-month placements each year, within a wide range of business areas