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

isepglobal; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics organization is seeking a Safety Apprentice to launch a career in workplace safety. This role provides hands-on experience with risk assessments, safety audits, and developing proactive safety improvements within Amazon's dynamic operations. The apprentice will learn to engage with teams and drive fundamental workplace safety improvements. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and at least 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4, emphasizing strong communication and problem-solving skills. This is a 20-month fixed-term apprenticeship in Hinckley, England.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for creating a safer, healthier workplace.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Motivation to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and safety audits.
• Analyse safety data and report on key metrics.
• Design and implement proactive safety improvements.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure safe human-machine interaction.
• Lead safety campaigns and engage with leadership teams.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

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

Job description

Overview

WHS Safety Apprentice - Launch Your Career in Workplace Safety with Amazon

Are you passionate about protecting people and creating better workplaces? Are you ready to make safety your mission? 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 robotics facilities to innovative delivery stations, creating a diverse and dynamic environment for safety professionals. Your decisions and improvements could positively impact the wellbeing of thousands of colleagues across multiple sites as you help set industry safety standards. 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.

What You\'ll Do

As a Safety Apprentice, you\'ll gain first-hand experience identifying risks, improving processes, and supporting a culture of safety while working with experienced safety professionals. You\'ll be based on-site within our operations, observing how people and equipment interact and spotting potential hazards before they occur. You\'ll develop a deep understanding of how every process, task, and machine works and think creatively about how to make operations safer. During your apprenticeship you\'ll learn how to:

• 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
• Respond quickly and effectively to emerging safety challenges

Who We\'re Looking For

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\'ll 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

Key Job Responsibilities

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

Data & Continuous Improvement

• Using data analytics to identify trends and prevent incidents
• Measuring key safety metrics and driving data-led decisions

People & Culture

• Leading safety campaigns that reach thousands of employees
• Engaging with leadership teams to drive safety culture
• Supporting sustainable workplace practices

Operations & Response

• 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

Basic Qualifications

• 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
• Be 18 years old or older before entering an Amazon building (September 2026)
• Have the right to live and work in England (visa must enable you to legally work and reside for the entire duration of the programme until May 2028)
• Minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (including Maths and English)
• If qualifications were gained outside the UK, provide a Statement of Comparability from UK ENIC
• Previous Qualifications: not on another Department for Education funded training program; cannot hold a qualification at the same or higher level in a similar subject area
• Note: This position is a 20-month fixed-term contract
• This Apprenticeship assumes the candidate has little or no knowledge/experience of the occupation

Preferred Qualifications

• These will be a plus but are not necessary to enter the programme:
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced operational environment
• Demonstrated drive and a passion for learning

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