Health and Safety, Environmental Administrator Apprentice

Kick start your career with Makita! Join the team as a Business Administration Level 3 Apprentice focusing on Health, Safety, and Environmental administration. Gain vital skills, hands-on experience, and real growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

What you'll do

• To support the Health, Safety and Environmental function in

maintaining a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible

workplace

• Administrative duties
• Record keeping
• Carry out inspections, audits
• Training coordination
• Compliance activities

Health and Safety Compliance:

• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of health and safety policies and procedures
• Assist in ensuring company complies with all Environmental and Health & Safety legislation
• Assist in conducting risk assessments and hazard identification across various departments
• Help organise and participate in regular safety meetings and safety training sessions

Environmental Compliance:

• Support the development and implementation of environmental policies and procedures to comply with environmental regulations
• Assist in maintaining records of environmental performance, including waste management, emissions, and energy

usage

• Collaborate with departments to ensure proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.

Incident Reporting & Investigations:

• Maintain records of accidents, near-misses, and incidents
• Assist in the investigation of accidents and incidents to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions
• Track and follow up on corrective actions to ensure they are effectively implemented

Record Keeping & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records for HSE audits, training sessions, certifications, permits, and inspections
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on HSE performance metrics
• Assist in the preparation of documentation for internal and external audits

Training & Awareness:

• Coordinate and schedule health, safety, and environmental training programs for employees
• Assist in developing training materials and presentations
• Ensure training records are up-to-date and meet regulatory requirements

Audits & Inspections:

• Assist in conducting regular workplace audits and inspections to ensure compliance with HSE standards
• Coordinate corrective actions based on findings from audits and inspections

Communication:

• Be the point of contact for HSE inquiries and concerns
• Communicate HSE policies, procedures, and updates to staff at all levels
• Collaborate with external agencies, consultants, and contractors on HSE-related matters
• Identify opportunities for improving health, safety, and environmental performance

Training

• Business Administration Level 3
• Functional Skills Maths and English if required
• No day release
• Online portfolio

After the apprenticeship

Potential for a long lasting career with further development opportunities in the future.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience

Qualifications

• Desired: GCSE, English (grade 4)
• Desired: GCSE, Maths (grade 4)

About the employer

Makita, the foremost manufacturer of power tools in the world. With 100 years' experience, our products are lauded the world over for both their performance and quality.

Makita has always had the vision that society and global communities should be able to develop for themselves, and future generations. By providing the tools, Makita is ensuring that anything is possible.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Business administrator (level 3), Business and administration
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: STAFF SELECT LTD
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday - shifts to be confirmed.
• Start date: 26 October 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £16,640 a year