The pathway
How you actually get there, here
How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.
- 1
Recent Graduate (Relevant Degree)
0-1 yearSkills to master
- Applying academic knowledge to real-world incidents, mastering our EHS/GRC platforms, understanding internal procedures, and developing strong communication skills.
You're ready to move on when
- Consistently accurate data entry and report logging.
- Proactively seeking out learning opportunities.
- Successfully completing initial training modules.
- 2
Administrative Assistant / Data Entry Specialist (Regulated Industry)
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Translating administrative experience into a risk context, understanding the 'why' behind data collection, and developing basic analytical skills.
You're ready to move on when
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Proven track record of high accuracy in data-intensive tasks.
- Expressing a keen interest in moving into a more analytical role.
- 3
Health & Safety Assistant / Coordinator
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Broadening safety knowledge to include operational risk, understanding the full incident lifecycle, and developing formal investigation support skills.
You're ready to move on when
- Good understanding of on-the-ground safety practices.
- Experience with initial incident reporting and follow-up.
- Ability to work collaboratively with operational teams.