Environmental, Health and Safety Technician Apprenticeship
WEETABIX LIMITED
Northamptonshire (NN15 5JR)
Closes in 4 days (Wednesday 3 December 2025)
Posted on 24 November 2025
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Summary
We are looking for a person with an interest in Environment, Health and Safety or Sustainability, working with an impressive team while working to attain a Level 3 SHE Technician Apprenticeship with our training partner the University of Lincoln.
- Wage
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£20,500 a year
- Training course
- Safety, health and environment technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm or 9am - 5pm.
Working hours to be confirmed at interview.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Wednesday 21 January 2026
- Duration
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2 years
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Health, Safety and Environment Support
- Assist with safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations.
- Support risk assessments and safe work systems.
- Record and analyse safety data, including near misses and corrective actions.
- Support environmental initiatives for waste reduction, recycling, and energy efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Maintain EHS records in the company management system (e.g., Intelex).
EHS Management Systems and Compliance
- Work on the implementation of EHS management systems aligned with Weetabix Standards.
- Assist in preparing for audits by gathering necessary documentation.
- Engage in policy and risk control reviews to suggest improvements.
Where you'll work
Weetabix Mills
Burton Latimer
Kettering
Northamptonshire
NN15 5JR
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN
Training course
Safety, health and environment technician (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Present and hold an audiences attention, for example when delivering SHE training, toolbox talks, inductions or presenting data or investigation findings to the workforce or management team. Show they can sell the SHE message, have personal impact, deal with challenge, reflect on personal performance, use appropriate language for the audience
- Assist the management team in the development, management, implementation and monitoring of the Safety, Health and Environmental Management System by updating systems in line with changes in legislation or best practice, delivering training, coaching operational teams and undertaking workplace inspections
- Provide advice on the practical implementation of the companys SHE policies and processes applying generic industry guidance into the context of the workplace
- Identify the hazards and evaluate: workplace instructions that are relevant to the individual’s job; working practices in the individual’s job that may harm themselves or others’; aspects of the individual’s job that could harm themselves or others; which of the potentially harmful working practices and aspects of the individual’s work present the highest risks to themselves or others; how to deal with hazards in accordance with workplace instructions and legal requirements
- Support the practical application of the workplace instructions and suppliers or manufacturers instructions for the safe use of equipment, materials and products
- Support and assist in the implementation of SHE inspections and monitoring systems demonstrating the balance between enforcement and internal support
- Undertake and/or assist with the monitoring, analysis of and reporting of SHE performance
- Prepare and maintain records relating to safety, health and environmental matters that comply with legal and workplace requirements and are accessible to those who are authorised to use them. E.g. records associated with Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations, Lifting Operation and Lifting Equipment Regulations, Noise at Work Regulations, Hand Arm Vibration Regulations or Environmental Permitting Regulations
- Assist the management team in establishing, managing and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders such as local authorities, Health and Safety Executive, Environment Agency, Occupational Health, Occupational Hygienists and others as required and directed
- Research Safety, Health and Environmental Issues and best practices. Review updates of health and safety regulations e.g. changes to Construction, Design and Management Regulations or updates to the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health along with workplace instructions, making sure that information is from reliable sources
- Assist and/or manage the investigation of accidents, incidents, dangerous occurrences, near misses and other incidents as directed
- Recognise where decisions have a financial cost and assisting to develop a budget
- Recognise situations where the activity will benefit from contributions and expertise of other internal departments such as HR, Finance, IT or Occupational Health
Training schedule
The apprenticeship training will take place remotely and delivered by University of Lincoln 1 day a month via Microsoft Teams and other digital learning platforms.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade C/4)
- Maths (grade C/4)
- Science (grade C/4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Team working
- Non judgemental
About this employer
At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone. We’re committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected. We're always looking to connect with talented individuals who can help shape the future of our business.
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Company benefits
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work. 25 days annual leave increasing with service Discounted Weetabix products
After this apprenticeship
Further full-time employment and training.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000002084.
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Closes in 4 days (Wednesday 3 December 2025)
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