Health, Safety & Environment Apprentice

Maplewood Karate; Ashford; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Health & Safety Apprentice to join their dynamic team in Ashford. This exciting role offers a two-year apprenticeship program where you will gain valuable skills and a Level 3 Safety, Health & Environment Technician qualification. You will work closely with experienced professionals, learn to implement health and safety regulations, and participate in impactful projects that enhance workplace safety. With a competitive salary, supportive environment, and numerous employee benefits, this opportunity is perfect for anyone passionate about health and safety and eager to develop their career in this vital field.

Benefits

Contributory company pension scheme

Five weeks' holiday plus bank holidays

Employee assistance program

Cycle to Work Scheme

ShareSave scheme

Employee benefits including discounts

Onsite subsidised canteen

Apprentice Network Skills Development Programme - BOOST

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 GCSEs including Maths, Science, and English.
• Genuine interest in health and safety and a passion for food.

Responsibilities

• Support accident/incident investigations within the HSE team.
• Participate in health and safety inspections and audit programs.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Proficiency with IT systems

Problem-solving techniques

Understanding of health and safety regulations

Education

Minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above

Tools

IT systems and software

Job description

Role

Health & Safety Apprentice (Level 3 Safety, Health & Environment Technician Qualification)

Location

Ashford

Salary

1st year salary £22,500 per annum

Hours of Work

Full Time, Monday to Friday (with flexibility)

The Interview Selection Centre will be held in June 2025. You will need to be available to attend if successfully selected for interview.

We are looking for a Health & Safety Apprentice to join our Health, Safety & Environment Team here in Ashford, Kent, where the magic happens as we create some of Britain's favourite brands - Angel Delight, Batchelor's, and Paxo.

If you are looking to embark on a career in Health and Safety and think we could be a place you'd like to build that career, then read on...

As a member of the team, you will experience a friendly supportive environment working alongside colleagues who are experts in their field and benefit from being part of a larger group, Premier Foods.

Working in partnership with RHG Consult, we are offering a 2-year apprenticeship program where you will achieve a Safety, Health & Environment Technician Level 3 qualification. You will gain skills to the highest level following an established apprenticeship program as you journey towards becoming a Health & Safety Advisor.

And when you successfully complete your program, we will support you to develop your skills further.

What You'll Be Doing

During your apprenticeship, you will be working on site for 5 days per week alongside experienced team members who will support and mentor you, building capability and problem-solving techniques to confidently evaluate and implement solutions.

You will study online with our provider RHG Consult, spending one day per week working towards achieving your qualification. This could include attending virtual classroom lessons or workshops, having 1:1 meetings with your tutor, completing online resources, conducting research, or working on evidence for your portfolio. You will also meet regularly with your coach and line manager to ensure you are progressing as expected. Upon successful completion, you will be awarded a Level 3 Safety, Health and Environment Technician Apprenticeship, an IOSH Approved Level 4 Accident Investigation Course, and will be eligible to join IOSH at TechIOSH level and IEMA at Affiliate level.

In this role, you will:

• Gain a basic understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations and management systems
• Run projects that add impact and value across the site
• Support accident/incident investigations within the HSE team
• Learn skills in risk management and help implement continuous improvement projects
• Build understanding of HSE culture and help drive site improvements
• Participate in health and safety inspections and audit programs

What We Need From You

• A minimum of 4 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 4/C or above, including Maths, Science, and English
• A genuine interest in health and safety and a passion for food!
• Drive, enthusiasm, and commitment to learning new skills, with a desire for personal development and knowledge sharing
• Effective communication skills and a proactive approach to engaging with colleagues
• Proficiency with IT systems and software, with a keen eye for accuracy and detail

What We Can Offer You

• A competitive salary that increases each year upon successful completion of each academic year
• Contributory company pension scheme with life assurance
• Five weeks' holiday plus bank holidays
• A range of employee benefits including discounts, company shop, and onsite subsidised canteen
• ShareSave scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee assistance program
• Apprentice Network Skills Development Programme - BOOST

The Next Step...

Click apply and upload your CV via our website.