We’re recruiting a Health & Safety Apprentice to join our team at our operational customer site in Coalville. In this exciting new role, you’ll work towards completing SHE Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship.
As a SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality) Apprentice, you will support the implementation and continuous improvement of safety, health, environmental, and quality standards across our transport and warehouse operations. This is a hands‑on learning opportunity to gain practical experience while working towards a recognised qualification in SHEQ or related disciplines. You will be an active part of the Health & Safety Team, supporting colleagues in delivering safe, compliant, and efficient operations. You will also learn how strong SHEQ practices contribute to excellent customer service and help build long‑term, trusted relationships with our clients.
Details
* Apprenticeship Details: SHE Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship, 18 months in duration
* Annual salary: £22,000
* Schedule: Monday – Friday
* Hours: 08:00 – 17:00 (40 Hours)
* Location: Coalville, with some local travel
* Monthly pay
* Start date: Monday 2nd February 2026
Job Objective
* Assist in conducting site inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
* Support incident investigations and help identify root causes and corrective actions.
* Help maintain SHEQ documentation, including policies, procedures, and training records.
* Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings, and awareness campaigns.
* Monitor compliance with legal and company standards across transport and warehouse activities.
* Contribute to environmental initiatives such as waste reduction and energy efficiency.
* Assist with data collection and reporting for KPIs and performance metrics.
* Engage with operational teams to promote a positive safety culture.
* Attend training sessions and complete coursework as part of the apprenticeship programme.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues in the Health & Safety Team to support site‑wide initiatives.
* Understand how SHEQ performance impacts customer satisfaction and service delivery.
* Support initiatives that improve customer confidence in our safety and quality standards.
Key Duties and Accountabilities
* Communicate and contribute effectively in both spoken and written word adapting to the audience to present information or training in an assertive, engaging way.
* Work with others (colleagues, suppliers, customers) and lead by example in a collaborative and non-confrontational way.
* Be able to adjust to change in relation to the requirements of the organisation.
* Contribute to a positive Health & Safety culture.
* Challenge behaviour that is inconsistent with company and Health & Safety culture.
* Be able to identify areas for improvement and suggest sustainable innovative solutions.
* Work towards being able to work within own level of competence, knowing when to seek advice from others.
* Work within rules and regulations of professional competence and code of conduct as defined by a professional institution. Resist pressures to allow others to utilize unsafe working practices.
* Be prepared to take additional responsibility where necessary to support the department/function or other colleagues.
* Offer ideas for improving the service you offer or the processes for which you are responsible.
Training
* An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. An average of 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
* Monthly online training to develop your skills and knowledge around your role.
* Location: Menzies Distribution Solutions Ltd, Board 24, Franks Road, Coalville, LE67 1TT (some local travel required).
Key Experience And Qualifications
* No previous experience necessary as full training will be given within SHE Technician apprenticeship course.
* GCSE Maths and English grade C or above, or equivalent.
* Analytical skills to be able to interpret and summarise data (MS Excel).
* Full and current UK driving licence.
* Regional travel (as required) to meet business needs.
* Representing MDS at logistics and general external meetings and events.
Technical Skills And Behavioural Competencies
* Organised and methodical.
* Confident.
* Self‑motivated.
* Enthusiastic.
* Flexible & adaptable.
* Team player.
* Resilient.
* Able to develop positive relationships with others (both internal and external).
Benefits
* 28 days of holiday inclusive of bank holidays (Time For You).
* Paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice (Give Back).
* Value Awards – celebration of special moments, Driver of the Year Awards, 3 days paid leave for finalists, and an award ceremony.
* Contributory workplace pension scheme (Your Future).
* Healthcare Cash Plan – discounts on travel, hotels, cinema, days out and more; 20% off mobile line rental at EE, virtual GP, on-demand physio, gym discounts, online health assessments & 24/7 counselling.
* Unique industry training – LST, Moffett, Manual Handling, Double Decker & Load Security; paid day leave per year for periodic CPC training (Progression & Training).
Inclusion
Menzies Distribution Solutions is committed to creating a fair and inclusive environment where employees feel safe, proud and valued. We encourage ways of working that treat everyone fairly and with respect, and we look to create opportunities to improve the diversity of our workforce across all areas of the business. We seek to attract and recruit people from the widest talent pool, reflecting the society in which we work, and we aim to encourage an inclusive culture where people can feel empowered to be the very best they can be, and to reach their full potential creating value through diversity is what makes us strong as a business and as an organisation with an increasingly agile workforce, we’re open to flexible working arrangements where appropriate.
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