| Job Title | Health and Safety Intern |
|---|---|
| Date Posted / Closing Date | Date Not Specified / Date Not Specified |
| Location | Randfontein, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Salary | Monthly payment (not disclosed) |
| Company | SGS |
| Employment Type | Full-time Internship |
| Industry | Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) |
Health and Safety Intern Opportunity at SGS
SGS, a global leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification, is offering a Health and Safety Intern position at its Randfontein site. This role provides hands-on experience in implementing HSE programs and maintaining workplace safety standards.
- Full-time internship with exposure to global H&S practices
- Based in Randfontein, Gauteng
- Work directly with experienced HSE professionals
- Gain practical experience in reporting, inspections, and audits
- Opportunity to build a career in health and safety management
About the Role
The Health and Safety Intern will support the site HSE team in promoting safe work practices, implementing safety programs, and ensuring regulatory compliance. This role involves both administrative and field-based HSE activities.
Interns will assist with risk assessments, H&S reporting, and training initiatives while gaining practical exposure to occupational safety operations in a professional environment.
- Report hazards, near misses, and incidents for the site
- Assist in the preparation and reporting of monthly H&S KPIs
- Perform H&S inspections and spot checks using checklists
- Log hazards and behavioural-based safety (BBS) observations
- Support H&S training scheduling and induction programs
- Assist in risk assessments and audit preparations
- Promote HSE awareness campaigns and site initiatives
- Support implementation of Global H&S programs (Safe Start, Stellar, Safety Month, Safe Talks, etc.)
- Ensure adherence to SGS H&S policies and local regulatory requirements
- Perform reasonable tasks to support overall operational improvement strategy
Who Should Apply
- Individuals aged 18–30 who are South African citizens
- Currently unemployed candidates seeking HSE experience
- Applicants willing to relocate to Randfontein
- Students or graduates completing SAMTRAC or HSE short courses
- Individuals with strong interest in workplace safety and health management
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and highly organized. Strong research skills, computer literacy, and data analysis affinity are essential to succeed in this internship.
Skills and Requirements
- SAMTRAC certification completed or in progress
- Any HS&E short courses completed
- Exceptional MS Office skills – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Self-motivated with high initiative
- Ability to translate strategy into actions and meet SMART targets
- Effective internal and external influence and communication skills
- Collaborates effectively across teams and locations
- Ability to embrace and champion change initiatives
- Supports organizational culture through soft skills: Coaching, Confidence, Communication, Change, Courage, Compliance
Interns are expected to contribute actively to the site HSE program while gaining practical experience in safety management and regulatory compliance.
Benefits
- Full-time internship with hands-on HSE experience
- Exposure to global health and safety standards
- Practical training in risk assessments, inspections, and audits
- Opportunity to work with experienced HSE professionals
- Career growth potential in health and safety management
- Enhanced knowledge of workplace safety programs and regulatory compliance
This internship provides a structured learning environment with mentorship and exposure to professional HSE practices at a global company.
Important Notes
- Contract type: Full-time Internship
- Must be South African citizen with valid ID
- Ages 18–30, currently unemployed, no criminal record
- Willingness to relocate to Randfontein required
- Screening and assessments may form part of the selection process
- If no response within 2 weeks, consider application unsuccessful
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Applications for SGS vacancies are handled directly by the employer. Applicants must follow the official SGS application process. This site provides job information only.
Closing Thoughts
The Health and Safety Intern role at SGS is ideal for individuals seeking practical experience in HSE management. The position offers exposure to audits, risk assessments, and safety program implementation in a professional environment.
- Gain hands-on HSE experience at a global company
- Develop skills in reporting, audits, and training facilitation
- Build a foundation for a career in occupational health and safety
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply via the official SGS careers platform. Ensure qualifications, certifications, and experience are clearly documented in the application.
- Visit SGS careers website
- Search for Health and Safety Intern vacancies
- Submit application with required documents before closing date
How to Apply Safely
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Closing Date
Closing date was not specified by the employer.
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