Tyler Clarke moved into Health & Safety Admin

I started the Traineeship because I wanted a long-term career with real progression and the opportunity to make a positive impact on people’s safety at work. I came from a motor trade background and had already progressed quickly to the higher end of the career path by the age of 21. That made me realise I wanted to move into a field where I could continue developing without hitting a ceiling. Health and Safety stood out to me because I had already been exposed to many of the risks through working as a mechanic, particularly when handling chemicals and hazardous substances. It felt like a natural transition into a role where I could use that experience while also helping improve workplace safety and protect people.

What I enjoyed most was how practical the learning was. It wasn’t just theory, it focused on real workplace situations and how to manage risks properly. That made it much easier to understand how the knowledge would actually be applied on site. The support throughout the Traineeship also made a big difference. Having guidance while studying for the qualifications and preparing to move into a role in the industry gave me confidence that I was moving in the right direction.

My current role is varied and has allowed me to get involved in several key areas of Health and Safety. A large part of my work focuses on developing and reviewing safety documentation such as risk assessments, policies, and COSHH assessments to make sure the correct controls are in place and that processes are properly documented. Alongside this, I’ve also been able to gain practical experience through site audits and inspections, as well as supporting the safety side of projects under CDM. Being able to combine the technical side of safety management with seeing how it applies on site has been a really valuable experience as I continue to develop in the role.