Portico have an opportunity for a proactive and motivated individual to join the organisation to serve an apprenticeship for a Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Technician. The role will be partly office based and partly at the work front providing advice to others on how to work without harming themselves or others.
The Technician will work with the management and SHEQ team of the organisation to advise on the statutory health, safety and environmental requirements as they affect the company’s operations. They will assist the management team in ensuring that the legal and company SHEQ requirements are implemented. The SHEQ Technician will assist to develop, review and check on the implementation of safe systems of work, deliver training (e.g. toolbox talks & inductions), investigate incidents, analyse data and present findings to the management team.
The SHE Technician will engage with all aspects of the organisation to support the embedment of a culture that ensures everyone is able to return to their family and friends unharmed every day whilst also protecting and enhancing the global land, air and water resources for future generations. This will be achieved by inspiring and influencing others to see the benefit of working responsibly, understanding the legal framework and showing how safety, health and environmental management can enhance operational activities.
Essential Criteria:
- To be aged 21 or over with 5 GCSEs at grade C or higher including Mathematics, English and Science, or equivalent or relevant experience.
Behaviours, skills and knowledge:
- Communicate effectively: Be able to contribute effectively in both spoken and written styles, adapting to the audience to present information or training in an assertive, engaging way.
- Work effectively in a team: Be able to work with others and lead by example in a collaborative and non-confrontational way. Be able to adjust to changes in relation to the requirements of the business.
- Contribute to a positive SHEQ culture: Challenge behaviour that is inconsistent with SHEQ culture, Positively influence behaviour in others to achieve desired outcomes.
- Drive innovation: Be able to identify areas for improvement and suggest sustainable innovative solutions.
- Use their professional judgement: Be able to work within own level of competence, know when to seek advice from others.
- Continue their professional development: Identify own development needs and take action to meet those needs. Use own knowledge and expertise to help others when requested.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship
Pay: From £22,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Do you have any understanding or knowledge of health and safety legislation gained through your previous employment?
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
