Facilities, Building Management - Placement Year

BMW Group; Goodwood; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday pro rata

Pension scheme

On-site restaurant

Advantages scheme

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, part of the BMW Group, invites you to a 12.5‑month placement year at Goodwood to join our Sites Services/Facilities team. You will gain real responsibility from day one, contributing to environment, health & safety, and digitalization initiatives while supporting major facility projects.

We welcome undergraduates studying Facilities Management or Civil/Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or related fields, with IT literacy (MS Office, CAD).

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in facilities management, civil/mechanical engineering, or architecture.
• Proficient in MS Office; CAD experience preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day activities and coordinate meetings/workshops.
• Assist with service provider contracts and procurement processes.
• Participate in site projects and provide updates to project leaders.
• Conduct site inspections and help improve facilities.
• Collaborate with multiple departments on site.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Adaptability

Education

Facilities Management

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Architecture

Tools

MS Office

CAD

Job description

Start With What Challenges You.

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.

Start With What Challenges You.

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.

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 are keen to hear from you if you are currently studying an undergraduate degree and looking to complete a 12.5-month placement.

Rolls Royce Motor Cars, Goodwood, Facilities, Building Management - Placement Year (July 2027)

The Sites Services department is responsible for guiding Rolls Royce Motor Cars through environment, health and safety, environmental standards, as well as legal compliance to ensure a safe working environment. The department oversee the integration and execution of major Facility related projects such as office refurbishments, site extensions, sustainability initiatives, and digitalization efforts. The department also manages a variety of contractors providing technical facilities management, cleaning, landscaping, waste management, catering services, and security to maintain high-quality performance. Additionally, the Sites Services team is tasked with modernizing the production facilities and processes.

What awaits you?

• Support the general day-to-day business, preparation of events, organisation of meetings and workshops.
• Service provider steering and contract management support.
• Analysis and optimisation of processes and workflows
• Support in tendering processes of construction projects and service provider contracts.
• Participation in project meeting with internal project partners, supporting project leaders to fulfil the project requirements.
• Taking responsibility for the deliverables and outcome of your own sub projects.
• Regular exchange and communication with all departments and functions on site.
• Support with regular walk arounds / inspections and audits to constantly improve the facilities and feedback to suppliers.

What should you bring along?

• Studying toward a degree in Facilities Management, Civil / Mechanical Engineering, Architecture or related; on track to achieve a 2:2.
• Experience or keen interest in Project Management.
• IT - literate especially in MS Office, Excel, Power Point, Word, CAD)
• Capability to pick up new topics and processes.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to adapt working approach depending on specific requirements, prioritise activities, work under pressure, multitask and solve problems.
• Comfortable using digital tools and motivated to learn new technologies.

What can you look forward to?

• Great Pay – A competitive annual salary, 27 days holiday per annum (pro rata to your contract) and an attractive pension scheme.
• Rewarding Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a supportive working environment that promotes wellbeing, flexibility and sustainable success.
• Exciting Additional Benefits – You will have the opportunity to enjoy other employee benefits, 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 include a virtual assessment centre and an in person interview with the hiring manager.

Please note:

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.

At the BMW Group, we place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 18th October 2026

Any further questions? Email us on [e-mail]

Facilities, Building Management - Placement Year