Dowty- Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Apprentice, 2026

This is a unique opportunity to complete an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Apprenticeship for a global Aerospace company, applying the technical skills learned in a practical environment supported by a team of experienced environment, health and safety professionals.

Job Description

About GE Aerospace

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You’ll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you’ll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world!

This opportunity is offered at Dowty, a GE Aerospace business based in Brockworth site.

Dowty, a GE Aerospace company, is based in Gloucestershire. It is a world-leading supplier of electronically controlled, composite propeller systems for a wide range of civil and military applications, including commercial airliners and military airlifters to multi-role seaplanes and marine hovercraft.

Key programs include the Lockheed Martin C-130J, the De-Haviland, Dash 8-400 and the Leonardo C-27J.

Operated by a highly skilled workforce, Dowty’s in-house production expertise for composite blades includes application of resin transfer moulding processes, which have been continuously evolved and perfected since 1976; and the use of braiding machines that rapidly and accurately apply the blades’ fibre outer layers.

Role Description

As part of this role, you’ll undertake and complete the Safety, Health and Environment Technician Apprenticeship at Level 3 with Highbridge.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist in the development, management, implementation and monitoring of the Safety, Health and Environmental Management System
• Learn to identify hazards and evaluate risk
• Support and assist in the implementation of EHS inspections and closing out of issues identified
• Assist with the investigation of accidents, incidents, dangerous occurrences, near misses and other incidents as directed
• Undertake monitoring, analysis of and reporting of EHS KPI’s
• Prepare and maintain records relating to safety, health and environmental matters that comply with legal and workplace requirements and are accessible to those who are authorised to use them
• Assist with managing and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders such as local authorities
• Research EHS issues and best practices
• Review updates of health and safety regulations
• Recognise where decisions have a financial cost and assisting to develop a budget
• Recognise situations where the activity will benefit from contributions and expertise of other internal departments such as HR, Finance, IT or Occupational Health

Overview of the Scheme

This qualification is designed for the aspiring professional wishing to move into Health and Safety and Environmental Management. The successful apprentice will be eligible to apply for Technician Level membership of IOSH and as such these standard sits at the same level as the NEBOSH Certificate or NVQ Level 3.

• The duration of the training is 24 months and the whole programme is online delivery with a combination of online sessions and 1-2-1 sessions with a tutor
• End-Point Assessment (EPA): Knowledge test, Project Report and Presentation, Professional Discussion

Qualifications that you\’ll gain:

• Level 3 Safety, Health and Environment Technician apprenticeship standard

Qualifications/Requirements

• Interest in pursuing a career in Environment, Sustainability, Health and Safety
• 5 GCSE’s (or equivalent), including Maths and English, at grades C/4 or above. Evidence of certificates must be provided.

Please ensure you have achieved or are predicted these grades or above as these are the minimum requirements to join this apprenticeship. Failure to meet these grades could mean you are not eligible to join the programme.

Desirable Characteristics:

• A safety-first attitude
• Confidence with Microsoft Office
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• An ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-motivation with effective time management skills and ability to meet deadlines, including the ability to prioritise and work methodically and accurately.

Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to submit an initial CV application. After this, the stages include a video interview and assessment centre. Our recruitment team will be in touch with you at every stage to keep you updated and understand what is next in the process.

If you require any adjustments to the process to enable you to be at your best, please email the team via Apprenticeship.Queries@ge.com.

Please only submit one application. If you submit multiple applications, we will progress the most suitable one. If in future you are deemed to be suitable for other opportunities, we will automatically consider you for these too.

Please note our applications will close on Sunday 2nd November but may close earlier dependant on application volumes. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice, and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE, we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs.

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security.

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post.