Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) Technician Apprentice -Level 3

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 22,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals for the Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) Technician Apprentice role. This exciting opportunity allows you to gain a Level 3 SHE Technician Apprenticeship while working with a leading water company. You'll engage in site visits, support health and safety compliance, and develop essential skills in a dynamic environment. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this apprenticeship offers a pathway to a fulfilling career in health and safety. Join a diverse team and make a real difference in your community while earning and learning.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual Leave: 24 days

Contributory pension

Personal Medical Assessments

GymPass access

Cycle to work scheme

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum two GCSEs at grade 4 or above in Maths and English.
• Passion for technology and logical thinking required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planned site visits and SHE inspections.
• Support monitoring of Safety, Health and Wellbeing strategies.
• Assist in low-level incident investigations.

Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Logical Thinking

Communication

Health & Safety Awareness

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English

Job description

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Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) Technician Apprentice - Level 3, London

Client:

Thames Water

Location:

London, United Kingdom

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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4

Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

This is a fantastic opportunity to come and join Thames Water as a Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) Technician Apprentice. Trained SHE Technicians foster a safety culture that mitigates risks and incidents, boosting operational efficiency.

You will also need to be able to drive and will be expected to travel to different sites across London for this apprenticeship.

This course directly maps to the delivery of ISO45001 and ISO14001, safety, health and environmental standards.

Our overarching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Start date: 1st September 2025
Base Location: You will be expected to travel across various Thames Valley and London sites depending on your location.
Working hours: 36 hours per week Monday- Friday.
Programme Length: 15 Months
Qualification you will obtain: You will gain a Level 3 Health, Safety and Environmental (SHE) Technician Apprenticeship Standard
Entry Requirements: A minimum of two GCSEs at grade 4 or above (A*-C), in Maths and English OR functional skills level 2 in Maths and English.

Don’t worry if you don’t have your grades yet; if you are due to sit your exams this year, we still want to hear from you if your predicted grades meet our requirements.

Application Process:
Step one: Click apply, and you will be asked to complete a short online application where we ask for basic information about yourself, your current qualifications/predicted grades and why you want to apply for this apprenticeship. (We do not ask for CVs at this stage)
Step two: You will be sent a short online assessment. Please make sure you are in a quiet environment and have given yourself enough time to complete it.
Step three: You will be sent a link to book a telephone screening call with a member of our Resourcing Team. This is an opportunity for us to get to know you better and ask you some questions.
Step four: If you are successful in our screening process, you will be invited to an in-person assessment, which will include a group exercise and a competency-based interview.
Assessment Centre Dates: Assessments will be held on the 30th April, and you will be invited for a morning or afternoon session.
If you need additional support at any stage of the application process then please let us know by contacting [emailprotected].
What you’ll be doing as a Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) Technician Apprentice - Level 3:

• Planned site visits, including assurance and engagement, risk-based, with the quantity of SHE inspections confirmed depending on the business area and requirement.
• Support the monitoring of performance against the Safety, Health and Wellbeing strategy and objectives, system, standards, processes and procedures.
• Provide effective information for inclusion in reporting and feedback to stakeholders.
• Support site HSW assurance to highlight good practice, risks and non-compliance.
• Opportunity to support TW teams on HSW compliance.
• Support low-level incident investigations.

About the Apprenticeship programme:

• You will complete a Level 3 Health, Safety and Environmental (SHE) Technician Apprenticeship Standard.
• Your training will be done via virtual delivery.

What you should bring to the role:

• Have a real drive and motivation to manage your learning and working life.
• Be a logical thinker and have a passion for technology and finding out how things work.
• Be focused, well-organised, have excellent time management skills and have the dedication to succeed.
• Have great teamwork skills but also be able to work independently, putting customers at the heart of everything you do.
• Communicate effectively and be able to challenge when a problem arises.
• Be a champion for Health & Safety within the workplace for both you and your colleagues, helping us maintain our great reputation.
• Be ready to apply everything you learn in your day-to-day role and any projects outside of this.

Why become an Apprentice at Thames Water?

We are offering training, qualifications, real-life experience and the opportunity to "Earn while you learn" on top of:

• Competitive starting salary of £21,500 per annum.
• Annual Leave: 24 days holiday increasing to 28 days with length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% - 2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• GymPass: a free fitness plan and access to several well-being apps for you and up to three family members.
• Cycle to work scheme: always on and up to 3k, save money, get fit and help protect the environment.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive.

Working at Thames Water:

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.