Apprentice Health, Safety and Environmental Tech

Apprentice Health, Safety and Environmental Tech

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LET’S CUT STRAIGHT TO IT

At Severn Trent, we believe everyone deserves more. We are committed to protecting the environment, delivering sustainable initiatives, and supporting the communities we serve. We need passionate apprentices to help us achieve our goals.

We are proud to be in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. With nearly 10,000 dedicated colleagues, we’re looking for brilliant people eager to turn challenges into opportunities.

You’ll be supported every step of the way as you gain practical experience across several teams. You will develop your knowledge of Severn Trent’s processes, communicate data effectively to stakeholders, support the Health, Safety and Wellbeing team, assist with incident investigations, carry out site audits, contribute to wellbeing initiatives, and deliver training such as toolbox talks and inductions.

• Support the delivery of the safety management system.
• Assist with incident investigations and site audits.
• Contribute to wellbeing initiatives and deliver training.
• Analyse safety and compliance data and present findings to management.

• Statutory health, safety and environmental legislation.
• SHE management systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001) and hazard identification and risk assessment.
• Occupational health and wellbeing.
• Conduct inspections, audits and workplace checks.
• Delivering training and safety briefings such as toolbox talks and inductions.
• Analysing safety and compliance data, producing clear reports and engaging with colleagues, suppliers and contractors.

• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team with colleagues, suppliers, clients and the public.
• Ability to influence positive behaviour.
• Presentation confidence and audience engagement.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Positive, proactive attitude.

Location: Severn Trent Centre, 2 St. John’s Street, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 2LZ

Standard: Safety, Health and Environment Technician

Link to Standard: https://sk

Apprenticeship Level: 3

Duration: 24 months (excluding EPA period)

Starting Salary: £22,500

Entry Criteria: GCSE Maths and English A*-C, confidence using IT and core Microsoft programmes (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Driving Requirements: Not essential, but a valid driving licence is advantageous for site visits.

We will be working 37/40 hours per week Monday to Friday, across an 8am–4pm or 9am–5pm pattern.

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (buy/sell up to 5 days per year).
• Annual bonus scheme (up to £1,500, subject to eligibility).
• Pension scheme – we double your contribution up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%.
• Sharesave – discounted purchase of Severn Trent Plc shares.
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy.
• Retail offers.
• Family‑friendly policies.
• Two paid volunteering days per year.

Severn Trent is passionate about building a diverse and inclusive culture. Our working groups—LGBTQ+, Women in Operations & STEM, Disability and Ethnicity—support our commitments. Find out more about our diversity and inclusion commitments.

Roles close on 16th March at midday (12pm). Face‑to‑face assessments will run from April to May 2026. Estimated start date:
September 2026.

We can’t wait to hear from you.

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement. The role does not meet criteria for sponsor under the Skilled Worker route; therefore candidates must demonstrate right to work without Severn Trent sponsorship.