Description

The successful candidate will be provided with relevant workplace skills and experience in order to prepare for the job market. The development and training areas will include, but not limited to the below;

Identifying workplace exposures / hazards and risks
Develop, implement and maintain H&S policies, procedures, specification and manual
Put controls in place to eliminate and minimize H&S exposures and risks.
Research, investigate and draft H&S reports and proposals for Management consideration
Providing input during the planning of infrastructural development processes.
Liaise with H&S internal and external stakeholders with regard to H&S requirements
Assist to record and manage all incidents
Assist to monitor, analyse and report H&S performance indicators
Assist with undertaking fire and emergency drills
Assist to review and approve Safety files and plans.
Assist with the review of risk assessments.
Assist with the updating of legal register
Conduct compliance inspections
Provide administrative support to the workplace SHE Committee

Requirements

Matric/ grade 12
Must be unemployed with no relevant experience
Must not have done internship before
Must be between ages of 20 and 35
Degree/Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management / Science or or related field of study.
Knowledge of relevant H&S laws (OHSA and regulations) and municipal H&S by-laws
Knowledge of South African environment issues and challenges Verbal and written communication skills
Research and report writing skills
Competent in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Ability to work independently
Code 8 Drivers License would be beneficial but not essential.
Demonstration of technical skills and confidence,
Possess drive, ambition and passion for new challenges,
Display high levels of commitment and initiative in your day to day duties
Have positive team spirit and good interpersonal skills,
Must be results driven at all times

Health & Safety Intern (richards Bay)

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