Health, Safety & Wellbeing (HSW) Apprentice

Sizewell C Company; Leiston; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Sizewell C Company invites applications for a Health, Safety & Wellbeing Apprentice within the Civil Works Alliance (CWA). The role supports Sizewell C’s safety culture across enabling and earthworks, participating in inspections, risk assessments and safety investigations.

You’ll learn to deliver inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings, and help monitor performance data while developing professional HSW skills over a typically 24-month apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates interest in Health, Safety, Wellbeing and Environmental Management.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Willingness to learn and develop in HSW.
• Basic IT skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to safe and healthy working practices.

Responsibilities

• Support site inspections, audits and safety tours.
• Assist with risk assessments and hazard identification.
• Help investigate incidents, near misses and accidents.
• Prepare reports and maintain safety records.
• Support site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Promote positive health, safety and wellbeing behaviours.
• Monitor and analyse health, safety and environmental performance data.
• Support development and review of safety procedures and documentation.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Microsoft Office basics

Commitment to safety

Safety awareness

Education

GCSEs in English and Mathematics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Health, Safety & Wellbeing (HSW) Apprentice

Health, Safety & Wellbeing (HSW) Apprentice Opportunity with the Civil Works Alliance (CWA), Supporting Sizewell C

As part of the CWA (Civil Works Alliance), you will support the building of Sizewell C. Sizewell C will be a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low‑carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and will play a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years. This role will be within the Enabling and Earthwork Section.

What will you do?

As an HSW Apprentice, you'll work closely with project teams and safety professionals to help maintain high standards of health, safety and wellbeing across our sites.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Support site inspections, audits and safety tours
• Assist with risk assessments and hazard identification
• Help investigate incidents, near misses and accidents
• Prepare reports and maintain safety records
• Support the delivery of site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings
• Promote positive health, safety and wellbeing behaviours
• Assist with behavioural safety initiatives and campaigns
• Help monitor and analyse health, safety and environmental performance data
• Support the development and review of safety procedures and documentation
• Build relationships with project teams, contractors and stakeholders

Every day will offer new learning experiences and opportunities to develop your professional skills.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll develop practical skills including:

• Conducting workplace inspections and monitoring activities
• Identifying hazards and supporting risk control measures
• Supporting incident investigations and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collecting, analysing and reporting safety performance data
• Delivering engaging presentations, inductions and toolbox talks
• Applying Health, Safety and Environmental Management Systems
• Providing advice on safe working practices and company procedures
• Managing and maintaining accurate safety documentation

What are we looking for?

We are looking for motivated individuals who are eager to learn and develop a career in Health, Safety and Wellbeing.

• Genuine interest in Health, Safety, Wellbeing and Environmental Management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• Commitment to safe and healthy working practices
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• Experience in construction, engineering, infrastructure or a related environment
• Awareness of health and safety principles and safe working practices

Apprenticeship Standard: Safety, Health and Environment Technician (ST0550)

Duration: Typically 24 months

Professional Recognition: Successful completion can lead to eligibility for TechIOSH membership with IOSH.

What we will offer you?

The CWA is a single delivery organisation made of up of the client (Sizewell C) and three parent companies - Balfour Beatty, Bouygues and Laing O'Rourke - which offer industry leading packages including market leading salaries, generous annual leave entitlements, pension scheme and other flexible benefits.

About Us

The CWA celebrates the creativity and innovation that comes from a diverse workforce, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds — especially those from under‑represented communities. Our project is built on five core values: Humility, Positivity, Respect, Solidarity, and Clarity.

By joining us, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work, speak up, and share your ideas. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

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