Health & Safety Apprentice
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the diverse Longleat and Cheddar environment, under the guidance of the Health and Safety Manager. The typical duration of the apprenticeship programme is 24 months.
Key duties:
You will be learn about the legal framework for health and safety and help to apply this in practice at Longleat
Duties will develop over time and will cover areas such as:
Risk assessing guest attractionsProviding manual handling training for team members
Testing fire alarms
Investigating incidents
Analysing data to assess causes and formulate solutions
Requirements:
You will need to have good English, Maths and IT skills, however the most important attributes are positivity, enthusiasm and being able to communicate well.
A little about us
At Longleat we offer a day out like no other, our guests are invited to step into the Thynn family home where they will find the finest example of Elizabethan Architecture. They are also immersed into the wild side, where they can visit over 120 species of animals by car, foot, train, bus and boat.
With a core business of around 1 million guests every year, we are passionate about providing immersive experiences that bring family and friends together to create memories that will last a lifetime.Why join the Longleat team?
In this unique work environment, you will be surrounded by historic landscapes and listed buildings, all whilst listening to our lions roar and wolves howl.
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship and assessment you will receive a Level 3 certificate (equivalent to 3 ‘A’ levels) and also be able to join the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) at TechIOSH level.
If you wish to progress a career in health and safety this apprenticeship will provide you with a stepping stone towards achieving this (there may be a job opening in health and safety at Longleat at the end of the apprenticeship, however this is not guaranteed).
This apprenticeship role is for 40 hours per week, over 7 days, typically Monday to Friday, in addition to a range of attractive benefits that include;29 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays (based on shift pattern)
Unlimited free entry to Longleat for our employees
Complimentary tickets to Longleat and Cheddar Gorge and Caves, 18 per annum pro rata
50% off Annual passes for Friends and Family
Discounts on food and beverages and retail merchandise
20% off VIP Experiences, 10% off Accommodation
Discretionary bonus scheme
Employee Assistant Programme
Employer contributory pension scheme
Life assurance scheme
Perks at work
Range of flexible working schemes
Location: On Site - Longleat (Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7NW)
Ready to apply?
If you are interested in this role, please apply online at www.jobs.longleat.co.uk
Interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if enough suitable applicants are received.