Level 3
24 Months
Nationally Recognised
Level 3 Safety, Health & Environment Technician Pathway
This apprenticeship develops expertise in workplace health, safety, and environmental management. You’ll learn risk assessment, incident investigation, compliance monitoring, safety culture development, and how to implement systems that protect people and the environment.
Who is it for?
Detail-oriented individuals passionate about workplace safety and wellbeing. Ideal for those who want to make a difference protecting workers and ensuring organisations operate safely and sustainably.
Key learning areas
Apprentices will develop competence across key health and safety disciplines including risk assessment and hazard management, legal and regulatory compliance, and incident investigation. The curriculum emphasises practical risk control, understanding and applying health and safety legislation, and fostering positive safety cultures. Apprentices will also build the skills needed to investigate incidents, identify root causes, promote safe behaviours, and support safe working environments across a range of settings.
Risk Assessment & Hazard Management
Learn to identify hazards, conduct risk assessments, implement control measures, understand hierarchy of controls, and create safe working environments across various settings.
Compliance & Legal Requirements
Develop understanding of health and safety legislation (HSWA, COSHH, RIDDOR), environmental regulations, enforcement, audit processes, and maintaining compliance.
Incident Investigation & Safety Culture
Master accident investigation techniques, root cause analysis, safety promotion, training delivery, and developing positive safety cultures that engage workers.
Assessment
End-point assessment including a practical observation of SHE activities, technical questioning, portfolio review, and demonstration of safety competencies and regulatory knowledge.
Popular questions
What are the entry requirements?
Typically 5 GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A*-C) including English and Maths or equivalent. Science background helpful. Strong communication skills and attention to detail essential.
Will I earn a salary during the apprenticeship?
Yes, typically £18,000-£26,000 annually. SHE roles are valued across industries, with good progression potential as you gain experience.
How much time will I spend in training vs. working?
20% off-the-job learning (health and safety qualifications, environmental management, legal training), with 80% conducting inspections, assessments, and supporting SHE management.
What career opportunities will I have after completion?
Progress to Health and Safety Advisor, Environment Manager, SHE Manager, pursue professional qualifications (NEBOSH Diploma, Grad IOSH), or become a SHE consultant.
Can I do this apprenticeship if I'm already working in Health & Safety?
Yes, if you’re supporting H&S functions and want formal qualifications and recognition as a competent SHE professional with career progression opportunities.
What support will I receive during the apprenticeship?
SHE manager mentoring, NEBOSH qualified trainer support, access to legislation databases and tools, and guidance toward professional membership (IOSH).
What industries can I work in as a Safety, Health and Environment Technician? ?
Manufacturing, construction, oil and gas, utilities, logistics, healthcare, hospitality, retail, public sector, and any organisation requiring health and safety management.
Will I get NEBOSH qualifications?
Most programmes include NEBOSH National General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, which is the industry-standard foundation qualification for H&S professionals.
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