SHEQ Internship | NMISA

The National Metrology Institute of South Africa is inviting graduates with a B Degree in Safety Management and /or Environmental Science or a related field to apply for an internship vacancy that exists in its SHEQ Department. The intern will be responsible for assisting the SHEQ Department in ensuring the maintenance of safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) systems in line with the existing NMISA Total Quality Management System.

Your responsibilities and tasks will include:

  • Assist with management of operational controls associated with hazard, aspect, impact and risk identified
  • Assist with conducting hazard/aspects identification and risk/impact assessment
  • Assist with SHEQ activities, internal audits and action requests
  • Ensure that filing is up to date (electronic and hard copy filing)
  • Assist with SHEQ management system documentation, document control and record keeping
  • Application of EHS legislation and other requirements
  • General SHEQ tasks as and when required

The main requirements for this position are:

  • A Bachelors Degree in Environmental Science / Safety Management or related field
  • Basic knowledge of relevant EHS legislation
  • Experience in a technical field will be an added advantage
  • Proficient in MS Office software packages
  • Basic Knowledge of Management System standards, particularly ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 and ISO/IEC 17025.
  • Good administrative skills

The position requires a pro-active person with a positive attitude, attention to details, who has willingness towards continuous learning. An individual who follows/executes tasks according to prescribed procedures/policies. Good communication, professionalism and good interpersonal skills are needed. Telephone etiquette and fluency in English is required as the candidate will be expected to communicate with individuals at all levels.

Please note:
The NMISA subscribes to and applies the principles prescribed by the Employment Equity Act. Preference will be given to candidates who meet the requirements and who will add to the cultural and gender diversity of the organisation.

How to apply for this internship?

Interested and suitably qualified persons may forward a comprehensive CV and scanned copies of qualifications as well as ID to NMISA Human Resources by email to  [email protected] or by fax (012) 841 2131. Clearly indicate which position you are applying for  (SHEQ Internship).

Closing date for applications: 13 September 2013.

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.

By applying for this position at the NMISA, the applicant understands, consents and agrees that the NMISA may solicit a credit and criminal report from a registered credit bureau and/or the SAP in relation to positions that require trust and honesty and/or entails the handling of cash or finances and may also verify the applicant’s educational qualifications and employment history.

 


Discover more from The Bursary Bin

Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.

Comments

No comments yet. Why don’t you start the discussion?

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *