Apprentice Health and Safety Advisor (Level 3 NVQ) - Stornoway - Regional Scotland - 2026

Job Description:

About the role

We are Balfour Beatty, you may not know us by name but you definitely will have seen what we do. We are one of the UK's largest construction companies building iconic buildings and structures that will last for generations to come.

Would you prefer to learn by 'doing' with a support network around you and access to a development programme that will give you the skills and confidence to become anything you want to be, all whilst taking home a salary?

If you would like to leave your own legacy and say to your family and friends, 'I helped build that' then #BEBalfourBeatty and we can build the future together.

BE a Visionary and join our Apprentice Early Career development programme.

What you'll be doing

As an Apprentice Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor, you'll be a safety role model on site. You'll help teams work safely, support wellbeing, and follow health and safety rules.

You will work in close collaboration with your Health & Safety colleagues to support the delivery of our UK HS&E Strategy. You'll contribute to the implementation, delivery and review of the Zero Harm Action Plan and Sustainability Action Plan at a business and/or project level.

Over time, you'll learn to provide exert advise to support in investigating accidents, incidents and near miss events in accordance with Balfour Beatty Group standards and company requirements. This role will provide you with the opportunity to spend lots of time on site.

Please note, the first 3-6 months of this role will be require frequent travel to Peterhead. You will work closely with an experienced team, providing you with the opportunity to learn the skills and knowledge to understand your role, while building the confidence to thrive. Work-related travel will be compensated.

Who we're looking for

To thrive in this position, we expect that you have clear interest in developing a career in Health and Safety.

You'll be completing an NVQ Level 3 in Occupational Health and Safety Practice, where you might also have the opportunity to participate in additional related courses.

As you will be required to spend time on site and travel to other projects, you must hold a valid UK Drivers License.

Why work for us

Kickstart your career at Balfour Beatty, where you'll receive structured training and support from day one, and a formal qualification. Alongside a great salary and benefits package, you'll gain invaluable experience and skills that pave the way for exciting opportunities and career progression. This is more than just a job-it's a pathway to a promising future. <a class