EHS Apprentice (Level 3, 24 month FTC)

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Our team are passionate in the pursuit of excellence and in pushing the boundaries of cancer therapy and Autoimmune disease to deliver life-changing treatments to patients.

Whilst working at Autolus you will enjoy a flexible, diverse and dynamic working environment which actively promotes creativity, leadership and teamwork – together we are ONE Autolus.

Job Description:

Job Title: Apprentice, EHS (Level 3)

Reports to Associate Director, EHS

Department: Environment, Health and Safety

Hours: Monday – Friday (core office hours)

Location: Stevenage with occasional travel to London (White City) when/as required

About Autolus

Autolus is a biopharmaceutical company, advancing innovative therapies at both clinical and commercial stages of development, focused on next-generation, programmed T cell therapies for the treatment of cancer. Using a broad suite of proprietary and modular T cell programming technologies, the company is engineering precisely targeted, controlled, and highly active T cell therapies designed to better recognize cancer cells, break down their defence mechanisms, and eliminate these cells. Autolus has a pipeline of product candidates in development for the treatment of haematological malignancies, solid tumours, and autoimmune diseases.

Why Autolus

Our team is passionate in the pursuit of excellence and in pushing the boundaries of cancer therapy and autoimmune diseases to deliver life-changing treatments to patients. Whilst working at Autolus you will enjoy a flexible, diverse, and dynamic working environment which actively promotes creativity, leadership and teamwork. In addition to this Autolus is proud to offer a competitive salary, performance related bonus as well as private medical insurance, life assurance, and pension.

Our Promise

Autolus is developing complex, breakthrough therapies for a globally diverse market and equally recognises that diversity amongst our people is critical to our mission. As we draw on our differences, what we’ve experienced, and how we work, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Role Summary

This is an entry-level position offered as a Level 3 apprenticeship under a 24-month fixed-term contract. It is designed for individuals looking to begin a career in Environment, Health and Safety (EHS), particularly within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sector.

As an EHS Apprentice, you will work closely with the EHS team to support the day-to-day implementation of health, safety and environmental policies at our GMP manufacturing site in Stevenage. You’ll gain practical, hands-on experience across a range of EHS activities, while completing a structured training programme through an approved apprenticeship provider.

The apprenticeship leads to a nationally recognised qualification: Safety, Health and Environment Technician – Level 3. Throughout the programme, you will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to help ensure a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a cutting-edge biotech company, contribute to meaningful work that supports patient therapies, and lay the foundation for a long-term career in EHS.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the overall implementation and continuous improvement of the EHS Management System, including policies, procedures and risk assessments.
• Assist with the completion of routine safety inspections and audits.
• Actively participate in site EHS Committee meetings.
• Help triage reported incidents and support investigations, including tracking corrective and preventative actions.
• Support and participate in training delivery, site inductions and safety awareness campaigns across the site.
• Scheduling vaccination clinics and booking Occupational Health Surveillance appointments.
• Contribute to sustainability initiatives, waste management and energy usage tracking.
• Maintain accurate EHS records in line with regulatory and company requirements.
• Monitor the EHS mailbox and respond to general queries and support requests.
• Work collaboratively with departments including Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering and Facilities.
• Stay up to date with relevant legislation and industry best practices.

Demonstrated skills and competencies

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above), including English, Maths and a Science subject (E)
• Interest in health, safety, and environmental protection in a scientific or manufacturing setting (E)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills (E)
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges (E)
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive attitude (E)
• Eligible to work in the UK (E)
• Familiarity with basic Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) (D)
• Previous work experience, voluntary work, or school projects related to science, healthcare, or safety (D)
• Enthusiasm for a career in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry (D)

Autolus Core Competencies

Focus on Results: Works to meet business goals set by management and leaders

Builds Trust and Relationships: Ensures trust with internal and external partners by delivering on commitments

Resilience: Has the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness

Communicates and Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet objectives

Autolus is committed to the protection of the personal information that we collect & process and we are fully compliant with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)

Autolus is committed to providing an inclusive and fair workplace for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We also provide reasonable accommodations where appropriate.  

Autolus is committed to the protection of the personal information that we collect & process and we are fully compliant with General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).

Autolus is committed to providing an inclusive and fair workplace for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We also provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

Autolus’ success is driven by equality and inclusion; we believe all voices are of equal value and must be heard. Whilst operating with focus and integrity, we are committed to improving diversity and inclusion within our business and our industry.