HSE Apprentice

RUGBY FOOTBALL UNION

Twickenham (TW2 7BA)

Closes in 12 days (Wednesday 12 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 29 July 2026

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Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to begin your career in Health & Safety. As part of the Venue team at Allianz Stadium, you will gain valuable hands-on experience across several operational departments, supporting the delivery of safe and efficient activities within a world-class environment. 

• Wage:

  £20,000 a year

  Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

  Salary is £20,000-£23,000 per annum (pro rata) - to be confirmed at interview

• Training course: Safety, health and environment technician (level 3)
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. Some weekend work maybe required over event days.

  35 hours a week

• Start date:

  Thursday 1 October 2026

• Duration:

  2 years

• Positions available:

  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

As an HSE Apprentice, you will work closely with multiple operational teams and contribute to a variety of important activities, such as:

Supporting the development and promotion of a positive health and safety culture across departments including facilities management, stadium events, grounds operations and commercial teams. This will provide exposure to a wide range of operational environments and safety practices.

·        Assisting with the delivery and development of inductions, safety briefings, and training materials for employees and contractors.

• Observing, supporting, and contributing to risk assessments, inspections, management system audits and routine safety walkarounds across the site.
• Assisting in the review and development of emergency preparedness procedures, including fire safety plans, and the safe management of hazardous substances.
• Collecting, analysing, and interpreting health and safety data to support reporting and performance monitoring.
• Promoting the value of strong health and safety practices by encouraging positive behaviours and constructively challenging unsafe attitudes or misconceptions.
• Actively collaborate with colleagues to contribute to the development and delivery of the current strategic, business and operational plans.
• Act as an ambassador for, and promote the best interests of the RFU, including the promotion of our culture and core values – This Rose Means Everyone: Put The Team First, Shape The Future, Respect Each Other.
• Undertake other duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the post and the needs of the organisation.

Where you'll work

200 Whitton Road
Twickenham
TW2 7BA

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

This apprenticeship is delivered fully online by University of Lincoln. Under the current training plan, there is no expectation for apprentices to travel to Lincoln for training. 

More training information

Monthly training sessions delivered online

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade C/4)
• Maths (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
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

About this employer

The Rugby Football Union (RFU) is the national governing body for rugby union in England, responsible for growing and supporting the game from grassroots clubs through to the national teams, including England Men and the Red Roses. Our Purpose is simple: Enrich lives and grow the sport for future generations. It's to represent something bigger than ourselves - the game, each other, and the communities we're part of. Through rugby, we aim to inspire pride, create belonging, and ensure the sport continues to thrive for everyone, on and off the pitch.

https://www.englandrugby.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

• Corporate discounts and priority match tickets
• 25% discount in store and online
• 25 days of annual leave
• Birthday day off
• Free access to the stadium gym
• Life assurance of 4x your basic salary, income protection scheme and Employee Assistance Programme that offers anonymous and confidential, emotional and practical support 24/7
• Pension Scheme; the RFU will double your individual contribution up to 10% of salary

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

On completion of the apprenticeship, the candidate will be well placed to progress into a Health, Safety and Environment Technician or similar HSE support role. The role will provide hands-on experience across facilities, events, grounds operations, venue security and commercial activities, building a strong foundation for a future career in health, safety and environmental management. Further development may include IOSH, NEBOSH or higher-level qualifications, supporting progression into roles such as HSE Coordinator, Safety Advisor or Environmental Advisor.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

UNIVERSITY OF LINCOLN

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000045140.

Apply now

Closes in 12 days (Wednesday 12 August 2026 at 11:59pm)