Apprentice Health & Safety Consultant

Gleeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities to develop and grow your

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Global Travel Scholarship Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy seeking an Associate Health & Safety professional to support senior consultants on construction health and safety matters from project inception to completion.

You will advise clients on CDM duties, notify the HSE of project details and coordinate safety aspects of design work, while ensuring clear communication between the client, designers and contractors.

Qualifications

• IOSH accredited degree required.
• Level 4 HNC/HTQ or apprenticeship completed.
• GCSEs including Maths and English at grade 5 or above.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on duties under CDM regulations and other standards.
• Notifying project details to the HSE.
• Coordinating health and safety aspects of design work.
• Cooperating with project stakeholders.
• Facilitating communication between client, designers and contractors.
• Liaising with Principal Contractor on ongoing design work.
• Identifying and passing pre-construction information and updating health and safety files.

Skills

Health and safety legislation

HSE guidance & Codes of Practice

Pre-construction information

Designer/contractor selection

Reviewing CHPs & safe systems

Construction methods & materials

Post contract safety management

Clear communication

Structured problem solving

Organisational skills

ICT proficiency (Outlook/Word/Excel/PP

Team leadership ability

Education

IOSH accredited degree

Level 4 HNC/HTQ or apprenticeship

GCSEs (Maths & English A*-C, grade 5+)

Job description

About this opportunity

Assisting senior Health & Safety Consultants in advising on health and safety issues relating to construction projects, including new builds, renovations and maintenance works – from project initiation to completion.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assisting Health & Safety Consultants in:
• Advising clients of their duties under the CDM regulations and other construction‑related health and safety standards, regulations and legislation
• Notifying details of the project to Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
• Coordinating health and safety aspects of design work
• Cooperating with others involved with the project
• Facilitating good communication between the client, designers and contractors
• Liaising with the Principal Contractor regarding ongoing design work
• Identifying, collecting and passing on pre‑construction information, and prepare / update the health and safety file.

As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:

• Opportunities to develop and grow your career
• A contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Our Global Travel Scholarship Programme
• Flexible working arrangements

Who we’re looking for:

Experience, Knowledge And Key Skills

• Develop your knowledge and further post graduate practical experience in the following;
• Health and safety legislation
• HSE guidance and approved Codes of Practice
• Preparation of pre‑construction information
• Selection of competent designers and contractors
• Reviewing construction phase plans and safe systems of work
• Construction methods and materials
• Post contract management of health and safety and preparation of health and safety files
• Clear and effective communication skills – both oral and written;
• Methodical way of thinking and approach to work;
• Good problem solving, negotiating skills, financial and numeracy management skills;
• Good organisational skills and the ability to quickly adapt to changing environments;
• Competent ICT skills, with a high level of proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
• Ability to work as part of a team and lead teams.

Qualifications

• IOSH accredited degree
• An appropriate Level 4 HNC/HTQ or apprenticeship
• GCSEs, grades A*-C including Maths and English at (grade 5) and above or equivalent.
• Right to live and work in the UK.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to quickly adapt to changes.
• Good ICT skills, with a high level of proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

About us

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.

Gleeds is committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We uphold the principles of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) and embrace the diversity of our teams. As an equal opportunities employer, we provide support, flexibility and accessibility for all. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact our Talent Team at [email protected]