Job Description

Are you a university student looking to gain hands-on experience in Health & Safety? Our 12-month placement offers a fantastic opportunity to develop real-world skills, enhance your CV, and gain insight into the vital role of Health & Safety within a dynamic workplace.

City:

Hexham (UK)

Contract Type:

Full-time

Job-Code:

6175

Department:

Other Technical / Production





Please only apply for this role if you are an undergraduate (i.e. currently studing a bachelor's degree). This role is due to start in summer 2026.

What You'll Be Doing:

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Supporting the Health & Safety team with administrative and operational tasks. Collecting and managing health & safety data to maintain accurate records. Assisting with workplace inspections and audits to ensure compliance. Helping to plan and coordinate health & safety training sessions. Working on projects and recommending improvements where possible. Producing reports and liaising with internal and external stakeholders.

What We're Looking For:

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Currently studying towards a degree in Health & Safety, Business, or a related field, having completed at least two years of study. Confident communicator, comfortable interacting with people at all levels. Organised, with strong administrative skills and attention to detail. Able to work independently and as part of a team. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Passionate about learning and developing a career in Health & Safety.

Why Join Us?

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Gain practical experience in a supportive and professional environment. Develop key skills that will boost your employability. Work on meaningful projects with real impact. Be part of a team that values growth and development. If you're ready to kickstart your career in Health & Safety, apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding future!

We Offer:

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The opportunity to join the largest manufacturing employer in Northumberland; focussed on quality, customer service, the environment and sustainability. Competitive employee benefits and pension scheme. Rewarding and varied job role. Technologically advanced systems and processes. Comprehensive induction process, progressive training and development.

Other benefits include:

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A competitive salary and pension scheme (with Life Assurance). Private Health Cash Plan. An annual Christmas bonus and gift. Annual lifestyle and wellbeing checks. The chance to work for an international business operating across 11 countries. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. An environmental and sustainability focused employer. Tailored training and career development opportunities. The opportunity to take part in a range of employee wellbeing initiatives. On-site restaurant. Access to free fruit on a weekly basis. Free parking in a secure staff car park.

Your Contact

Philip Maloney, HR, T 01434 602191

About EGGER

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We create more from wood. With approximately 12,000 employees worldwide who work with passion, upholding our family values and innovative spirit. This is how we create products for furniture, interior design, construction as well as laminate flooring. We keep moving and are always developing - manufacturing new products, tapping into emerging markets and generating exciting prospects for everyone that works with us.