Safety, Health & Environment Technician Apprenticeship - 20 month Fixed Term Contract

Amazon.com, Inc; Tilbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Tilbury is looking for a Safety Apprentice to enhance workplace safety practices. This role involves conducting risk assessments, analyzing safety data, and supporting safety campaigns while gaining vital experience in safety improvement strategies. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths and English.

Benefits

Opportunity for career development

Exposure to innovative safety technologies

Qualifications

• UK national or eligible non-UK/EU national status for the program.
• Resident of the UK during the apprenticeship.
• 18 years or older before entering Amazon building.
• Not registered on a UK government-funded course ending August 2026 or later.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily safety inspections across operational areas.
• Collect and analyze safety data for trends.
• Support incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with teams to uphold safety procedures.

Skills

Curiosity and proactive approach to learning

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Attention to detail

Education

Minimum 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English

Tools

Basic knowledge of office computer applications

Job description

As a Safety Apprentice, you'll gain first-hand experience identifying risks, improving processes, and supporting a culture of safety - all while working alongside experienced safety professionals.

You’ll be based on-site within our operations, seeing how people and equipment interact and spotting potential hazards before they occur. You'll build a deep understanding of how every process, task, and machine works and think creatively about how to make operations safer.

What You’ll Learn

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and safety audits
• Analyse safety data and report on key metrics
• Understand health, safety, and compliance regulations in a fast-moving operational environment
• Design and implement proactive safety improvements
• Develop communication skills to advise colleagues and guide safe working practices, Technology & Innovation
• Collaborating with robotics teams to ensure safe human-machine interaction
• Developing innovative solutions for material-handling safety
• Using the latest safety technology and monitoring systems
• Using data analytics to identify trends and prevent incidents
• Measuring key safety metrics and driving data-led decisions
• Leading safety campaigns that reach thousands of employees
• Engaging with leadership teams to drive safety culture
• Supporting sustainable workplace practices
• Working with engineering teams on facility design improvements
• Participating in emergency response planning and crisis management
• Contributing to global safety initiatives that shape Amazon’s future

A Day in the Life

• Carrying out daily safety inspections and supporting risk assessments across operational areas
• Observing workplace activities to identify potential hazards or unsafe practices
• Collecting, analysing, and reporting safety data to help identify trends and opportunities for improvement
• Supporting incident investigations and contributing to corrective or preventive action plans
• Assisting with safety briefings, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns to promote safe working practices
• Collaborating with operations teams to ensure safety procedures are followed and understood
• Helping to review and maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Monitoring the implementation of safety improvements and recording progress in documentation or tracking systems
• Using digital tools and software to manage safety audits, reports, and training records
• Participating in projects aimed at enhancing safety culture, sustainability, and wellbeing on site
• Continuously learning from mentors and applying new knowledge to keep people safe every day

To be successful in this role, you should have a genuine passion for creating a safer, healthier workplace, strong problem-solving abilities, and the motivation to work both independently and as part of a team.

You will gain the skills and knowledge to progress within the safety field and make a real difference in protecting people and the environment.

We Welcome Individuals From All Backgrounds Who Bring

• Curiosity and a proactive approach to learning
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A desire to improve workplace wellbeing
• A practical mindset and attention to detail

Qualifications

You must be

• A UK national, or a non-UK national with the right to work in the UK, or an EU national with settled status in the UK, and have lived in the UK or an EEA, or British overseas territory for 3 years or more prior to commencing the apprenticeship (September 2026)
• Resident of the UK for the entire duration of the program
• Not registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2026 or later
• 18 years old or older before entering an Amazon building (September 2026)
• Have the right to live and work in England (if on a visa, this must enable you to legally work and reside in England for the entire duration of the programme until May 2028)
• Have a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent), including Maths and English
• If qualifications are gained outside of the UK, provide a Statement of Comparability from UK ENIC to confirm eligibility

Previous Qualifications: Candidates must not be on another Department for Education funded training program, including another apprenticeship. Candidates cannot hold a qualification at the same or higher level which is in a similar subject area to the apprenticeship. The apprenticeship must be in a completely different subject area or offer clear career progression. Previous qualifications will be reviewed for funding eligibility.

NOTE: This position is a 20-month fixed-term contract.

NOTE: The apprenticeship assumes the candidate has little or no knowledge/experience of the occupation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of office computer applications
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical mindset and problem‑solving abilities
• Commitment to promoting a positive safety culture

Amazon

WHS Safety Apprentice – Launch Your Career in Workplace Safety with Amazon. Join us as a Safety Apprentice and gain the skills, experience, and confidence to champion safety excellence at Amazon.

At Amazon, safety isn’t just a priority – it’s a fundamental part of everything we do. Our operations span from state‑of‑the‑art robotics facilities to innovative delivery stations, creating a diverse and dynamic environment for safety professionals.

What makes safety at Amazon unique is our scale and innovation. Your decisions and improvements could positively impact the wellbeing of thousands of colleagues across multiple sites. We’re not just following safety standards – we’re helping to set them for the entire industry.

Whether it’s implementing new technologies, responding to operational challenges, or developing proactive safety solutions, you’ll be at the forefront of workplace safety in one of the world’s most advanced operational environments.

Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build.

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