BMW Group Malaysia strengthens EV workforce with expert certification programme

By CARSIFU | 15 July 2022


KUALA LUMPUR: BMW Group Malaysia is cultivating highly skilled experts in the field of Electric Mobility through its internationally recognised BMW High Voltage Expert Certification programme.

The company said the move would not only enhance the electric vehicle (EV) landscape in Malaysia with a wide network of charging infrastructure but also complement the uptake of electromobility since the arrival of the latest BMW i vehicles earlier this year.

The BMW High Voltage Expert is a specialised talent who works at the highest level on BMW electric vehicles.

Conducted at the BMW Group Regional Training Centre in Malaysia, the programme that certifies a BMW High Voltage Expert allows for the servicing and repair of the most advanced BMW i vehicles worldwide.

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To qualify as a BMW High Voltage Expert, the prospect must already be an existing BMW High Voltage Technician, who must first undergo a pre-selection process which includes a knowledge assessment and an interview.

The prospect would also need to obtain first aid certification and undergo a full body check-up, after which, they are put through 15 days of intensive training, with the requirement of passing two theory exams and four practical exams to proceed to the next stage.

This is followed by a final theory exam and practical demonstration under live high voltage to secure
the certification which is completed in another 10 days.

BMW Group Malaysia managing director Hans de Visser said the company had always believed that the future is Electric.

“Since BMW Group Malaysia first introduced BMW i to the country back in 2015, we have envisioned a Malaysia where electric mobility is fully embraced and have been working hard to that end.

“We understood the obstacles faced by Malaysians in adopting EVs, such as range anxiety, which we have been alleviating by rolling out EV infrastructure across the country.

“At the same time, service and repair are also important points of consideration, ensuring that BMW i owners have greater peace of mind when it comes to the ownership of their BMW electric vehicles,” he said.

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