In short, we protect people and reduce risks. Being an inspector is not just a job, it is a role where you can make a real difference to people’s lives. If you want to make a vital contribution to the well being of others, are prepared to work hard to acquire the skills and knowledge through a demanding training schedule, and to share this knowledge with others we want to hear from you on our next recruitment campaign.

Place yourself in any working situation; imagine a risk to health or safety and what could be could be done to prevent it. Using common sense, judgement, communication and investigative skills you will enforce complex health and safety laws, promote and regulate the safety and well being of all employees and others. Not everyone will appreciate the fact that you do this. Sometimes it might be a struggle convincing others that it is in their best interests to follow your advice, but it has to be done.

We inspect all kinds of workplaces, from factories, farms and construction sites to fairgrounds, hospitals and universities. Within theses environments you will need to display a range of skills in order to decide what action, if any needs to be taken. You will encounter challenging conditions such as noise, fumes, dust, heat and cold. You will find yourself examining all aspects of the workplace, including areas at height, some with restricted access and some outside. Once at a site you will be talking to people with varying backgrounds, beliefs, customs and practices and with different levels of understanding about the law in relation to health and safety. You will need to show sensitivity and respect to everyone you come into contact with an understanding of the diverse nature of the community you are dealing with.

Details of HSE's Trainee Health and Safety Inspector Recruitment Campaigns can be found on the Vacancies page of this web site www.hse.gov.uk and also www.topjobs.co.uk .

Currently we are not recruiting for Trainee Inspectors, please do not e-mail the above account requesting Application/Information packs for these posts. We will update this website with any new information early next year.