Website Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is one of the leading scientific and technology research, development and implementation organisations in Africa. Constituted by an Act of Parliament in 1945 as a science council, the CSIR undertakes directed and multidisciplinary research, t… read moreechnological innovation as well as industrial and scientific development to improve the quality of life of the country’s people. The CSIR is committed to supporting innovation in South Africa to improve national competitiveness in the global economy. Science and technology services and solutions are provided in support of various stakeholders, and opportunities are identified where new technologies can be further developed and exploited in the private and public sectors for commercial and social benefit. The CSIR’s shareholder is the South African Parliament, held in proxy by the Minister of Science and Technology. Meiring Naudé Road; Brummeria; Pretoria; South Africa
About the job:
The CSIR has an internship opportunity in the Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ) portfolio.
The purpose of this internship is to provide graduates with an opportunity to gain practical work experience through performing Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Implementation support (administrative and operational) functions
The position is based in Pretoria, Scientia campus.
Key responsibilities:
Support monthly SHE management walkabouts (MBWAs) for all divisional/support portfolio S16.2 appointees.
Follow up on all MBWA findings that were recorded, reported, and adequately address to meet SHE requirements.
Follow up on all SHE incidents or non-conformity that occurred.
Follow up on all Corrective Action Requests (CAR) and ensure that all CARs are timeously raised, tracked and managed adequately.
Track and participate in all SHE risks assessments to ensure they are completed, signed off and updated.
Participate in both internal and external SHEQ audits.
Participate in division/support portfolio emergency evacuation drills.
Attend and keep records of all related SHE committee meetings.
Participate in the review of all divisional / portfolio SHE procedures and processes.
Provide support to all SHE Representatives, Impact Area Managers/ Research Group Leaders and other SHE role players with SHE inspections, procurement of SHE materials, keeping track of SHE risks assessments, training records and equipment/machinery registers.
Ensure that the SHE documented information is maintained in accordance with SHEQ Document Management Procedure.
Assist with preparation and presentation of annual SHE training calendar for the division / support portfolio.
Arrange and co-ordinate training of division/support portfolio SHE appointees and all SHE role players.
Participate in SHE related incident investigations and provide inputs or submit reports if required.
Attend to all service requests relating to SHE function in the division/ support portfolio and provide efficient and effective response.
Qualifications, skills and experience:
A three (3) year National Diploma or equivalent in one of the SHE fields.
Good communication skills.
Knowledge of SHE Management Systems.
Knowledge of SHE regulatory framework e.g. OHS Act, NEMA etc., is an advantage.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Strong administrative and report writing skills.
Computer literacy.
Closing date: 17 September 2025
go to method of application »
Apply via company website ( http://www.csir.co.za ) or