Workplace Experience Student - Risk

Tiger Brands

Location
Germiston, Gauteng
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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In brief

Overview This is an internship opportunity at Tiger Brands for a Workplace Experience Student focusing on Risk, specifically as an Occupational Health and Safety Intern. The role is designed for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to gain practical workplace experience and develop essential skills within the SSHE (Safety, Health, Environment) framework. What you will do * Assist with monitoring compliance with the OHSA, applicable regulations and company safety procedures. * Conduct routine workplace safety inspections and assist in identifying unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, and opportunities for improvement. * Assist with reporting, recording and investigating incidents, accidents, and near misses. * Maintain an action tracker and follow up with relevant departments to ensure that identified safety findings are addressed and closed out. * Support the coordination of safety inductions, toolbox talks, awareness campaigns and other initiatives aimed at improving employee safety awareness. * Maintain accurate SHE records, training records and other safety documentation. * Monitor the appropriate use of PPE, and report non-compliances. * Support environmental initiatives, including waste management, housekeeping, spill preventions and monitoring of environmental compliance. * Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Sales and Distribution, HR and Quality/Food Safety to integrate OH&S into daily operations. * Promote a safety-first mindset through trainings and on-the-floor engagement. Requirements (from the original advert) * Minimum Diploma/Degree in Safety Management, Environmental Management or equivalent. * Solid OH&S knowledge and regulations. * Excellent communication (written and verbal) and training facilitation skills. * Strong and influencing skills; able to engage effectively from shop-floor to management. * Analytical and organized, with strong planning and follow-through. * Resilient, assertive and solutions-oriented, with a commitment to continuous improvement in safety culture. Who should apply A motivated and enthusiastic Occupational Health and Safety Intern who is looking to gain practical workplace experience and develop essential skills within the SSHE framework. Ideal candidates will meet the specified educational requirements and possess the listed personal skills. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/workplace-experience-student-risk-tiger-brands-5 Source: myjobmag

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    Job description

    * An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and enthusiastic Occupational Health and Safety Intern to join our dynamic team. This internship offers an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience and develop essential skills within SSHE framework. Educational requirement and Personal skills. * Minimum Diploma/Degree in Safety Management, Environmental Management  or equivalent). * Solid OH&S knowledge and regulations. * Excellent communication (written and verbal) and training facilitation skills. * Strong and influencing skills; able to engage effectively from shop-floor to management. * Analytical and organized, with strong planning and follow-through. * Resilient, assertive and solutions-oriented, with a commitment to continuous improvement in safety culture. Key Responsibilities: * Assist with monitoring compliance with the OHSA, applicable regulations and company safety procedures. * Conduct routine workplace safety inspections and assist in identifying unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, and opportunities for improvement. * Assist with reporting, recording and investigating incidents, accidents, and near misses. * Maintain an action tracker and follow up with relevant departments to ensure that identified safety findings are addressed and closed out. * Support the coordination of safety inductions, toolbox talks, awareness campaigns and other initiatives aimed at improving employee safety awareness. * Maintain accurate SHE records, training records and other safety documentation. * Monitor the appropriate use of PPE, and report non-compliances. * Support environmental initiatives, including waste management, housekeeping, spill preventions and monitoring of environmental compliance. * Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Sales and Distribution, HR and Quality/Food Safety to integrate OH&S into daily operations. * Promote a safety-first mindset through trainings and on-the-floor engagement.

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