Health, Safety and Environment Technician Apprentice
WILSON JAMES LIMITED
London (EC4M 9DN)
Closes in 9 days (Friday 30 October 2026)
Posted on 20 October 2026
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Summary
The SHE Technician supports managers to ensure health, safety and environmental requirements are met. Duties include developing safe systems of work, delivering training, investigating incidents, analysing data and promoting a positive safety culture through advice, influence and compliance with legal and company standards.
- Wage
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Competitive
Competitive wage offered
- Training course
- Safety, health and environment technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 5 January 2027
- Duration
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1 year 3 months
- 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
The Health & Safety Apprentice will support the Health & Safety team in promoting a positive safety culture. This is a development role designed for someone who is passionate about health, safety and wellbeing and eager to build a career in the profession.
Working alongside experienced Health & Safety professionals, the apprentice will learn how to monitor compliance, support investigations, conduct audits and inspections, analyse safety data and contribute to initiatives that help keep colleagues, clients and members of the public safe.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to learn, strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving. Full training and support will be provided throughout the apprenticeship programme.
Main responsibilities
- Work with the Health & Safety team to develop an understanding of health and safety legislation, standards and best practice.
- Support the delivery of health and safety initiatives, campaigns and improvement projects.
- Assist with site inspections, audits and workplace observations.
- Help monitor health and safety performance and compliance across operational sites.
- Support the management of health and safety documentation, records and reporting systems.
- Assist in gathering information relating to incidents, near misses and safety concerns.
- Support the completion of safety reports, presentations and communications.
- Attend Health and Safety meetings and take notes and actions where required.
- Use company systems to maintain accurate records and track actions.
- Support the mobilisation of new contracts by assisting with health and safety requirements.
- Participate in apprenticeship learning activities and apply learning in the workplace.
- Promote the importance of health, safety and wellbeing throughout the business.
- Engage positively with colleagues and stakeholders to encourage safe behaviours.
- Support awareness campaigns and communications that help improve safety performance.
- Demonstrate professional and responsible behaviours at all times.
- Actively contribute ideas for continuous improvement.
Where you'll work
8-9 Well Court
London
EC4M 9DN
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
RHG CONSULT LTD
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
- Training will be online.
- 6-7 hours per week.
Requirements
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
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
- A genuine interest in health, safety and wellbeing.
- Strong willingness to learn and develop new skills.
- Positive attitude and enthusiasm.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Confidence to ask questions and seek support when needed.
- Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
- Professional and respectful approach when dealing with colleagues and clients.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Demonstrates integrity, responsibility and accountability.
- Comfortable using technology and learning new systems.
- Eligible to undertake a Health & Safety apprenticeship programme.
Desirable
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Previous experience in work, volunteering, education or community activities that demonstrates responsibility and teamwork.
- Full UK driving licence (or ability to travel around to multiple sites across the country).
About this employer
Wilson James have been raising standards in security, construction logistics, aviation services, and technology for over 30 years. With 5000 employees and a presence across over 300 client sites all over the UK, we are dedicated to delivering tailored solutions and top-tier customer service. As a leading managed service provider, we prioritise safety, efficiency and customer satisfaction. Joining Wilson James offers the excitement of working with diverse, vibrant clients, making a dynamic and engaging workplace.
https://wilsonjames.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- 22 days annual leave.
- Employer Pension contributions.
- Access to financial wellbeing support and lifestyle benefits.
- Life assurance.
- Specialist mental health & wellbeing support.
- Online GP services for you and your family.
- Discounts at hundreds of retail, leisure and lifestyle brands.
- A Cycle to Work scheme.
- Employee Referral scheme.
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Become a H&S Advisor with potential career growth.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
WILSON JAMES LIMITED
Jennifer Stone
jennifer.stone@wilsonjames.co.uk
01702346222
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000060041.
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Closes in 9 days (Friday 30 October 2026)
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