Health And Safety Apprentice
Gates U.K. Ltd · Scotland · DG1 1TS
About the role
🚀 Modern Apprentice HSE Co-Ordinator 🚀
Ready to kickstart your career and make a real impact? ✨ We're looking for a driven and enthusiastic Modern Apprentice to join our Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) team at our Dumfries manufacturing hub. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience while completing a top-tier apprenticeship program, all within a cutting-edge, tech-driven industry! 🏭
You'll be working side-by-side with our HSE Officer and operational teams, diving deep into how we keep our workplace safe, efficient, and sustainable. 🌱 Think practical learning, real responsibilities, and a direct contribution to our company's success.
We're offering a Modern Apprenticeship in Occupational Health and Safety Practice, complete with your NEBOSH National General Certificate – a qualification that's seriously valuable! 💯 Plus, you'll earn competitive apprenticeship rates and discover a world of opportunities that are yours for the taking, depending on your commitment and drive. 💪
What You'll Be Doing:
Health, Safety & Environmental Administration 📝
- Helping to keep our risk assessments, safe work procedures, PPE checks, and COSHH docs on point.
- Assisting with keeping records of accidents, incidents, near misses, and safety observations.
- Supporting contractor safety admin and making sure they're compliant.
- Lending a hand with environmental monitoring, reporting, waste management, and sustainability projects.
- Helping to maintain our ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems.
Training & Employee Engagement 🤝
- Supporting HSE inductions for our team members and contractors.
- Helping create training materials, safety messages, and awareness campaigns.
- Keeping track of training records and compliance.
- Championing positive safety behaviours and getting everyone involved in safety initiatives.
Continuous Improvement 💡
- Jumping into Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement projects.
- Assisting with collecting, analyzing, and reporting HSE performance data.
- Supporting visual management tools and process improvement efforts.
- Spotting ways to make our safety, efficiency, and environmental performance even better.
Data & Reporting 📊
- Maintaining our HSE databases, SharePoint, and electronic records.
- Supporting KPI tracking and monthly HSE reporting.
- Helping to prepare management reports and presentations.
- Ensuring data is entered accurately and on time into our systems.
Audits & Compliance ✅
- Assisting with preparations for internal and external audits.
- Joining in on workplace inspections and safety reviews.
- Supporting the tracking and implementation of corrective actions from audits and investigations.
- Contributing to ensuring we meet company standards and legal requirements.
Think you've got what it takes? Apply now! 🌟
Key responsibilities
- Support the administration and maintenance of Health, Safety, and Environmental documentation.
- Assist with HSE training programmes, communications, and employee engagement initiatives.
- Participate in Continuous Improvement projects and identify opportunities for enhancement.
- Maintain HSE databases, records, and support reporting activities.
- Assist in preparing for and participating in audits, inspections, and compliance tracking.
Entry requirements
Essential qualifications (Essential: National 5 qualifications (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics. Commitment to complete a recognised Modern Apprenticeship qualification. Good written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications. Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and willingness to learn. Preferred: Exposure to manufacturing, engineering, or technical environments. Interest in Health & Safety, Environmental Management, or Continuous Improvement. Knowledge of workplace health and safety principles. Participation in leadership, team, or community activities. Higher, HNC, Foundation Apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Business Administration, or Manufacturing Operations.)