MINI Plant Oxford - Quality Management - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

IT´S PERSONAL QUALITIES THAT SHAPE THE BEST PRODUCT.

SHARE YOUR PASSION.

We believe in creating an environment where our interns really can learn by doing  and where they are given their own areas of responsibility right from the start of their time with us. That’s why our experts will 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.

Plant Oxford is the birthplace and heart of MINI production. Manufactured to individual customer specifications, hundreds of MINIs leave the plant’s assembly lines each day, off to meet new owners in more than 110 countries around the world. Three UK plants have a part to play in MINI production – Plant Hams Hall makes engines, Plant Swindon produces body pressings and sub-assemblies for MINI, and all this comes together at Plant Oxford with body shell production, paint and final assembly.

MINI Plant Oxford - Quality Management - 13 Month Placement (July 2025)

The role is part of the Quality Management team of Plant Oxford. This includes supporting the plant’s process for quality steering within the vehicle improvement projects; data analysis and problem reporting for customer complaints; and enhancement of the quality management system (QMS). As such the role offers a wide range of insights to the plant processes, the plant quality network and the quality measures as well as future projects and product updates.

What awaits you?

• Data tracking, analysis and participation in regular quality meetings.
• Supporting project quality status preparation.
• Developing and aligning project status reports.
• Support calibration activities including maintaining certificate requirements.
• Monitor warranty data, identifying rising trends and problem areas.
• Compile and issue monthly data reports.
• Validate solutions of topics, including process checks and audits.
• Carry out vehicle checks and hand over faults to proposed owners.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Currently studying an Engineering undergraduate degree, e.g. Mechanical Engineering, and on track for a 2:2 or above.
• Evidence of working with people and with responsibility for clearly identified deliverables.
• Good technical knowledge of automotive vehicles.
• Creative and able to follow a logical and systematic approach.
• Very good IT skills (including Microsoft Office and ideally VBA) with the ability to learn new programs quickly.
• An aptitude for using and developing IT tools.
• Interest in Quality Management.
• Valid UK driving license.

Why choose us?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary of £23,650, 26 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Contracted working hours are 37 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 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.

Closing date for applications: Friday 31st Janaury 2025

Any further questions? Email us on FutureTalentRecruitment@bmwgroup.com