Job Description

VACANCY HIS3309

SUSTAINABILITY AND SAFETY GRADUATE

BARNSLEY

Permanent, Full-Time | Monday to Friday


Salary: 30,000 + Benefits


Closing Date: 20th November 2025


Benefits: Company Van | Westfield Health | Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) | Christmas Shutdown | Occupational Health Medical| Rewards Scheme |



A vacancy has arisen for a Trainee SHEQ Advisor to join our team.



The Sustainability and Safety Graduate role exists to support the organisation's commitment to sustainability and safety by contributing to the development and implementation of environmental, social, governance (ESG), and health & safety initiatives.





The post holder will work across departments to help embed sustainable practices and ensure compliance with safety standards. Reporting to the Head of Safety, the role offers exposure to strategic projects and operational activities, providing a strong foundation for career development in ESG and safety.

The role briefly encompasses the following duties: -

Safety Support

o Assist in conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and safety audits.


o Support the development and delivery of toolbox talks and safety briefings.


o Monitor and report on safety performance metrics across operational sites.

Sustainability Initiatives

o Support delivery of sustainability and safety objectives across the business.


o Support data collection and analysis for sustainability reporting (e.g., waste, energy, emissions).


o Engage with site teams to promote sustainable practices and environmental awareness.

Compliance & Standards

o Support compliance with legal and regulatory standards.


o Assist in maintaining documentation for regulatory compliance and internal audits.


o Help develop and implement training and awareness campaigns.

Project Work

o Participate in cross-functional projects aimed at improving safety and sustainability outcomes.


o Research and present innovative solutions to reduce environmental impact and enhance safety.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills/experience/ attributes:-



Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field.


Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


Analytical mindset with attention to detail.


Passion for sustainability and safety


Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple tasks


Willingness to travel across UK sites


Familiarity with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI)


Full UK driving licence


Familiarity with ESG frameworks and health & safety legislation is desirable


Knowledge of ISO standards- desirable


NEBOSH or IOSH Certification- desirable





As a Company we pride ourselves on our service delivery and professional 'can do' attitude and we are always looking for committed, keen, professional people to join us. If you are interested in a rewarding career with us in this role, you should submit your CV to our HR Department quoting reference

HIS3309

via e-mail to his.recruitment@hsgplc.co.uk. If you require a copy of this vacancy in an alternative format such as large print or audio description, please email his.recruitment@hsgplc.co.uk.