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Safety Health & Environment Technician Apprentice
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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: jobs@kirklees.gov.uk or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for 'Recruitment'.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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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
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