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Vehicle Assembly (Test and Finish) Placement - Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Goodwood

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Job Details

Deadline: 30th November 2024
6 days remaining to apply for this job
Start Date: July 2025
Salary: £25,300
Length: Placement (10 Months+)
Roles: Manufacturing, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering
Location: South East
City: Goodwood

Vehicle Assembly (Test and Finish) Placement - Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Goodwood

A GOOD INTERNSHIP IS NEVER HANDS OFF.

SHARE YOUR PASSION.

We’re committed to providing an environment where you can be yourself and be your best. This includes welcoming you into an inclusive culture, investing in your continuous learning and development, giving you access to breadth and depth of experience. We want to provide you with challenging and rewarding opportunities to make a difference, offering flexible working options and giving ample reward and recognition.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is part of the BMW Group and its Goodwood manufacturing plant sits in the heart of the West Sussex countryside.

As the epitome of exclusive super luxury, a Rolls-Royce delivers unmatched quality, style, and performance. Behind the legendary brand is a team of passionate and highly talented people who do their utmost to satisfy the wishes of clients who commission a Rolls-Royce. Each year we offer internship opportunities and we are keen to hear from you if you are currently studying an undergraduate degree and are looking to complete a 13-month placement.

The maxim of Sir Henry Royce, ‘take the best that exists and make it better’, permeates in everything we do at Rolls-Royce. As a student, you will have hands on experience from day one, gaining practical insights into the corporate operations of a world-class automotive manufacturer.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Goodwood - Vehicle Assembly (Test and Finish) - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

Our production team Test & Finish the completed vehicles before handing them over to our distribution network. This production process spans setting up the vehicles to be road worthy before they are subjected to rigorous static and dynamic quality validation activities. We must deliver perfect quality vehicles on time while keeping within our budget. Our production team is seeking one placement student to join from July 2025. 

What awaits you?

  • Support, coordination and management of daily operational activities in a production environment.
  • Process flow mapping, reporting on performance and implementing improvements.
  • Lead enabler projects to improve our quality, delivery and efficiency.
  • Participate in daily problem-solving activities, defining root cause, experiments, and implementing solutions.
  • Spend time in other technologies to broaden your understanding of the business.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Studying towards a Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field and on track to achieve a 2:2 or above.
  • Strong IT skills, including a strong operational understanding of Microsoft Office programmes including Word, Excel and PowerPoint is essential as is a working knowledge of other relevant databases.
  • An interest in how data science can be applied to manufacturing would be advantageous.
  • An inquisitive nature and attention to detail are required.

Why choose us?

Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £25,300 per annum, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.

Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 40 hours a week, helping you develop a fulfilling work-life balance.

Exciting Additional Benefits – You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, including an on-site gym, a subsidised on-site restaurant and access to our Advantages scheme which gives you a range of offers and discounts.

What do you need to do now?

If you apply, the next stages of the recruiting process could include online testing, video interview and then a face to face, telephone or virtual interview with the hiring manager. This may be in the form of an assessment centre.

Please note:

We operate rolling recruitment, this means we may close the application window earlier than identified, if sufficient applications are received, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Once you make your application you will be automatically sent cognitive tests (via Eligo) for completion before we have had the opportunity to determine your eligibility for the role. Please be aware that if you complete the tests and you are not eligible your application will not be processed any further. If you need support in undertaking the tests please email us at FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com. 

To be eligible for this position, you must be returning to your studies, for a minimum of 6 months, after completion of this placement. You must 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 disability, age, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, gender, sex or sexual orientation.

About BMW Group UK

If you’re passionate about changing the way the world moves for good then there’s never been a more exciting time to be part of the BMW Group. Our brands BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and BMW Motorrad have made us the world’s leading premium manufacturer of cars and motorcycles as well as provider of premium financial and mobility services. 

We’re home to a lot of people. People from all walks of life, with a variety of backgrounds that make them who they are. Whose stories and unique life experiences shape the company we are. Because as diverse as our customers, suppliers and investors are worldwide, so too are our teams.

We are always looking for new talent to help us keep pushing the limits of what’s possible in a broad variety of roles, so why not explore our opportunities and take your next career step with us today.

How to apply

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Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.

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