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SHEQ Apprentice

Browne Construction • Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire, GB • £20.00k - £25k / year • 4d ago

Start your career shaping safer, smarter workplaces.

Passionate about safety and sustainability? This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience and guidance from SHEQ experts as you help drive a culture of safety and improvement.

As an Apprentice SHEQ Advisor, you will support the SHEQ team in developing and promoting a safe working culture across the business. You'll be involved in implementing safety procedures, carrying out site inspections, assisting with incident investigations and supporting audits aligned to industry standards such as ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will help identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to strategies that enhance workplace safety and environmental performance. This apprenticeship provides both practical on-site experience and structured learning, giving you the foundation to develop into a confident and skilled SHEQ professional.

About Browne

At Browne, we are engineering with purpose.

We're a leading UK contractor working in the water and civil engineering sectors, delivering projects that help improve everyday life. From building pipelines and upgrading pumping stations to maintaining reservoirs and drainage systems, we support cleaner water, stronger infrastructure and more reliable services for communities.

We offer a wide range of career opportunities both on site and behind the scenes. Whether your skills are in engineering, project delivery, safety, sustainability, commercial, planning or business support, there's a place for you at Browne. We value different perspectives and experiences, and we're proud to be a Silver Award Investors in Diversity accredited employer.

Our teams use smart technology and a hands-on approach to make sure every job is delivered safely and to a high standard. We support our clients through the full life of their assets, from construction and mechanical systems to long-term maintenance.

Browne is part of Renew Holdings plc, a UK-based group of specialist engineering companies.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone enthusiastic, curious, and committed to learning. You don't need industry experience — just the right attitude and a desire to grow.

Essential attributes:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Good attention to detail and willingness to follow processes
A collaborative, positive approach and eagerness to learn
Basic analytical and problem-solving ability

Qualifications:

Five GCSEs, including Maths and English (grade 6 or above)
Three A-Levels (or equivalent)
Full driving licence (desirable)

This is an Advanced Level 3 Health, Safety, Environment & Quality apprenticeship, typically completed within 24 months. After achieving Level 3, you'll progress to a NEBOSH or IOSH Level 6 NVQ in Occupational Health and Safety, which can take up to two years. You will also be supported in gaining professional membership with IOSH or NEBOSH.

If you're ready to take the first step into the world of SHEQ and want a role with purpose, growth and real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.