Health and Safety Apprentice

RM Contractors Limited; Redditch; Híbrido; GBP 11.000 - 17.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Structured apprenticeship programme

On-the-job and off-the-job training

Career growth opportunities

Company pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Employee assistance programme

Descripción de la vacante

RM Contractors Ltd. seeks a Health and Safety Apprentice to provide admin support to the Health and Safety team, helping maintain a safe working environment across sites and offices.

The successful candidate will handle project documentation, onboarding checks, training coordination, data entry, and reporting while developing a Safety, Health and Environment Technician Level 3 qualification through a structured apprenticeship.

Formación

• GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths required.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic MS Office knowledge required.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare project documentation packs and site folders.
• Complete onboarding checks for operatives and changes in duties.
• Monitor expiring site qualifications via training matrices.
• Coordinate health and safety training bookings for staff.
• Update training matrices with new certificates.
• Produce reports for H&S manager and site teams.
• Maintain health and safety record systems with accurate data.
• Log accidents and quality assurance activities.
• Respond to department requests and inquiries.
• Oversee PPE requirements across sites and offices.
• Perform other admin duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

English GCSE

Maths GCSE

Time management

Communication

MS Office

Educación

GCSEs English/Maths

Functional Skills Level 2

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Descripción del empleo

Over 30 years of quality groundworks and civil engineering

We are currently seeking a Health and Safety pprentice. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a range of administration support to the Health and Safety team to achieve a safe working environment for all people and property affected by our operations.

The Successful Applicant will:

• English GCSE Grade 4/C, Level 2 Functional Skills, or equivalent
• Mathematics GCSE Grade 4/C, Level 2 Functional Skills, or equivalent
• Strong organisational skills and good time management
• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• The ability to take responsibility and get things done independently
• Friendly and helpful - happy to support others and go the extra mile
• Valid UK Driving licence (desirable)

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Preparation of new project documentation packs including site folders for new and existing sites.
• Complete onboarding competence, and other checks, for new operatives and for existing operatives who move sites and/or change duties.
• Monitor and action expiring site qualifications using relevant training matrices.
• Coordinate the bookings of any health and safety competence training for the workforce.
• Update Chime and the company training matrix with any relevant certificates i.e. face fit and abrasive wheels.
• Produce accurate reports as requested by the H&S Manager, Advisors and site teams where required.
• Maintain health and safety record systems ensuring accurate data entry.
• Logging all accidents, strikes and quality assurance.
• Be available to respond to department requests and enquiries.
• Responsible for overseeing PPE requirements across sites and regional offices.
• Other administrative duties as assigned.

What We Offer

• A structured apprenticeship programme in our Health and Safety function leading to a Safety, Health and Environment Technician Level 3 qualification.
• You'll gain experience through both on-the-job learning and off-the-job training. Depending on the training provider, this could include college day release, online workshops, and regular assessor visits.
• Exposure to learn across our Health and Safety team within a construction environment.
• Opportunities to grow your career with us once you successfully complete the apprenticeship.

Package

o Weekly Hours: 07:30 to 16:30 (we are open to discussing reasonable adjustments)

o Holiday Allowance: 23 days plus bank holidays, with additional holiday based on service. For part-time employees, holiday entitlement will be calculated on a pro-rata basis.

o Company Pension scheme available

o Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay

o Free and Confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

RM Contractors have been delivering quality residential groundworks and civil engineering services for over 30 years. With regional offices in Worcestershire, Oxfordshire and Leicestershire we're well positioned to serve the UK's leading house builders. Our experienced team and extensive fleet of machinery enable us to respond effectively to client needs while maintaining a strong focus on collaboration and safety. Our ethos centres on building long-term relationships with clients and delivering projects to a high standard.

We are committed to fostering a culture rooted in our four core values. These values guide how we engage with our customers and collaborate with one another, shaping our daily actions and decisions. Together, they drive our organisation forward.

Family & Community

• As a family business, we are committed to wellbeing and keeping each other safe, healthy, and supported.
• We celebrate our people, encouraging an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential.
• We stay deeply connected to our community roots, giving back through local projects and initiatives to create a positive impact.

Dedicated Service

• Committed to understanding client needs, delivering tailored solutions, and fostering trust through reliability and care.

Workmanship

• We strive to take pride in our work by focusing on attention to detail and taking full accountability for every outcome. Safety and quality remain central to everything we do.
• Through a culture of continuous improvement and alignment with our values, we strive to apply best practice techniques and uphold quality standards.
• We challenge ourselves to improve, embracing new ideas, products, and processes.
• By prioritising longevity, we continuously assess the impact of our operations to create lasting structures and sustainable growth.
• Our goal is to support clients in achieving energy-efficient and sustainable building solutions through eco-friendly practices.

Equality & Diversity Statement

RM Contractors Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. All applications are considered without regard to age, disability, gender identity, pregnancy, race, religion, or sexual orientation. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We provide reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities and are committed to a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace.

For our full recruitment policy, please contact [e-mail]