Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and organised Apprentice SHE Technician to join our dynamic team based in Lancaster. This exciting opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about creating safe, healthy workplaces and making a real impact. Do you want to learn from industry experts while gaining globally recognised qualifications? If so, this is your opportunity to join Carr's Billington and start your journey toward becoming a health, safety, and environmental professional.



ABOUT US



Every day we provide rural and agricultural communities with the support they need to succeed. Whether they are after a healthier herd or flock, increased yields, faster growth rates, a decent return on their land or even just a helping hand. We have the people, products, and services to help our customers get from where they are now to where they want to be. This is why every role at Carr's Billington is hugely important to our shared success and why we welcome talent from across all different backgrounds to work across our retail, feed, machinery, fuel and central support divisions.



Carr's Billington Agriculture is a subsidiary company of The Billington Group, who are also the proud owner of Criddle & Co., English Provender Company and Billington Foods.



THE JOB



At Carr's Billington, we put people first. We believe safety is more than compliance-it's about building a culture where everyone thrives. As part of our team, you'll play a key role in promoting a positive health and safety culture across the business, while completing your Level 3 Safety, Health & Environment Apprenticeship and achieving NEBOSH General Certificate and NEBOSH Environmental Certificate

What You'll Do

Work closely with our Head of Health, Safety & Environment to implement and monitor safety policies. Assist in developing and updating health and safety policies and procedures based on industry standards and regulations. Support in the development of informative materials and resources to enhance safety awareness and understanding. Facilitate the reporting of incidents, accidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions. Assist the HSE Team in incident investigation and the development of suitable corrective actions. Maintain accurate records of incidents. Support the HSE Team in conducting internal audits and inspections. Collaborate with external agencies during regulatory inspections and maintain required documentation. Coordinate emergency drills and maintain safety equipment. Compile and analyse health and safety data to identify trends and drive improvements. Collaborate with teams across the business to embed safety into everything we do. Adhere to Company and Group policies and procedures, including but not limited to those relating to Safety, Health and Environmental. Ensure all relevant legislation and approved codes of practice, are adhered to in respect of ongoing compliance, including but not limited to UFAS, FIAS, & NOPS assurance schemes.
The above list is not exhaustive, and your role will certainly change over time reflecting the changing needs and activities of the organisation and our commitment to making best use of new technology and continuously improving the way we do things. You must therefore be committed to personal development and to becoming multi-skilled in order that you can adapt to and welcome constant change in the effort to achieve the stated aim of "making continuous improvements in the efficiency and effectiveness of our use of resources.



SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALITIES REQUIRED



Essential



Excellent experience of MS Office products and SharePoint. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience within an administrative role. Knowledge of the Carr's Billington Business Divisions. Be a practical problem solver. Adopts a flexible approach to work and willing to take on additional responsibilities. Team player, with a genuine interest in helping others.


Desirable



IOSH Managing Safely & IOSH Leading Safely Knowledge of working within ISO 45001, 14001 frameworks. Holds a full UK driving licence.


BENEFITS



As part of The Billington Group we offer a wide range of employee benefits including:

An attractive salary package. Annual salary reviews in September each year. A minimum of 25 days annual leave. Opportunity to work for a well-established family-owned business with ambitions for growth and innovation.


Your Health

Health Assured*: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which offers counselling and health and wellbeing advice.
Sick pay*: Generous company sick pay entitlement.
Health Cash Plan*: A health cash plan allowing colleagues to claim back money spent on everyday health care such as optical, dental, physiotherapy and much more.



Your Lifestyle

Staff Discount*: Colleagues are eligible for a generous staff discount on selected products at our Country Stores.
Cycle to work scheme*: A salary sacrifice scheme saving you tax on the purchase of a new bicycle and associated equipment.
Flexible life assurance and critical illness cover*: Choose to increase the level of life assurance cover already provided to you by the company or add critical illness cover, all at preferential rates.
My Savings Hub*: Access to an exclusive member's discount website with over 3,500 brands where you can save money and earn cashback on spends from grocery shopping to holidays.
Salary finance benefits*: Savings schemes, preferential rate loans and wage advances all through payroll as well as tools for financial education.



Your Future

Pension*: Enrolment into the Company pension scheme after 3 months of employment.
Training & Development*: Role specific training and ongoing training and development opportunities identified through our annual appraisal process.