Safety Health & Environment Technician Apprentice (Interim)

Environment Journal; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Kirklees Metropolitan Council is offering a Safety Health & Environment Technician Apprentice role in Huddersfield. The paid Kickstart apprenticeship provides hands-on experience while working toward a nationally recognised qualification in the public sector.

No previous experience is required; enthusiasm and a willingness to learn are valued as you support Health & Safety across Highways, Waste, Greenspace and Transport services. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; a willingness to learn and enthusiasm are welcomed.
• Support health, safety and environmental services across Highways and Operational Services.
• Work with a team of professionals to advise on health and safety risks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inspections, audits, risk assessments
• Provide support for incident investigations and compliance monitoring
• Using specialist systems, maintain accurate records and safety data
• Prepare dashboards, performance reports and compliance monitoring

Job description

Jobs

Safety Health & Environment Technician Apprentice

More Information

Salary

12.42 per hour

Expires

22/11/2026

Location

Huddersfield, West Yorkshire

Job Type

Interim

Kickstart Your Career with Kirklees Council

Do you enjoy problem-solving and learning new skills? A Safety Health and Environment (SHE) Level 3 Apprenticeship with Kirklees Council is a fantastic opportunity to begin a rewarding career in the public sector. You'll gain real working experience and transferrable skills while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, no previous experience is needed. If you have enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and a positive approach, we want to hear from you.

As a SHE Technician Apprentice, you will support the delivery of health, safety and environmental services across Highways and Operational Services which includesHighways, Waste and Cleansing, Greenspace and Transport

You will work with a team of qualified professionals whose role is to advise Services and their employees on health and safety risks.

We have a number of high risk Service areas and it is vital that we have processes and training in place to keep these employees safe

Day to day, working under the guidance of experienced safety professionals, you will: which include:

• Assist with inspections, audits, risk assessments
• Provide support for incident investigations and compliance monitoring
• Using specialist systems, maintain accurate records and safety data
• Prepare dashboards, performance reports and compliance monitoring

Our vision for Kirklees is to have a strong economy with a great quality of life - thriving communities, growing businesses, high prosperity and low inequality where people enjoy better health throughout their lives.To achieve this, we need a diverse and talented workforce.

Our highly rated apprenticeship programmes will allow you to earn, learn and build a successful career. You'll learn from experienced staff in the workplace, sponsored to undertake a nationally recognised qualification and benefit from our extensive wraparound support. We offer a competitive salary, with access to our staff benefits, pensions, employee networks and wellbeing packages.

Please read the attached job profile for more information about this role.

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

We know there's a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email: [e-mail] or phone: [phone] and ask for 'Recruitment'.

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Closing date

22 November 2026, 11:55 PM

Company: Kirklees Metropolitan Council

Salary: 12.42 per hour

Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire

Sector: Highways

Sector: Streetscene

Job Role: Apprenticeship