HSE Intern - Renewables (Cape Town)

TotalEnergies Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

TotalEnergies Renewables Southern Africa is offering an HSE internship to provide practical exposure across project development, construction and operations within the renewable energy sector. The intern will work with the HSE team and interface with project teams, contractors and internal stakeholders, including site visits to project sites.

The role focuses on HSE management systems, incident reporting, risk management, compliance and continuous improvement, with development objectives across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, Environmental Health, Safety Management or related HSE field.
• Recent graduate or seeking practical workplace experience in HSE.
• Basic understanding of occupational health, safety and environmental principles.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned HSE activities accurately and within agreed timelines.
• Maintain accurate and organised HSE records and documentation.
• Support tracking of HSE actions and deliverables.
• Participate in HSE meetings, site activities and learning opportunities.
• Demonstrate proactive Health, Safety and Environmental mindset.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in HSE-related field

Job description

Employer company TotalEnergies Renewables Southern Africa

Domain HSEQ / Societal / Security

Type of contract Internship

Experience Less than 3 years

The position will provide practical exposure to HSE management within the renewable energy sector, including project development, construction and operational activities. The Intern will work closely with the HSE team and interface with project teams, contractors and other internal stakeholders. The working environment may include both office-based activities and visits to renewable energy project sites.

Key Exposure Areas

• Occupational Health and Safety
• Construction Safety
• Contractor HSE Management
• HSE Reporting and Performance Monitoring
• HSE Management Systems
• Legal and Regulatory Compliance
• HSE Culture and Continuous Improvement

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Under the supervision and guidance of the HSE team, the HSE Intern will be expected to:

• Complete assigned HSE activities accurately and within agreed timelines.
• Maintain accurate and organised HSE records and documentation.
• Support effective tracking of HSE actions and deliverables.
• Participate actively in HSE meetings, site activities and learning opportunities.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to Health, Safety and Environmental matters.
• Immediately raise observed HSE concerns with the responsible HSE team member.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with Company policies, procedures and HSE requirements.
• Demonstrate continuous learning and development throughout the internship.

Activities

The HSE Intern will support the HSE team in the implementation, monitoring and continuous improvement of Health, Safety and Environmental requirements across TERSA projects and activities. The internship is intended to provide practical workplace exposure while contributing to the day-to-day activities of the HSE function.

HSE Management System Support

• Assist the HSE team with the implementation and administration of the HSE Management System.
• Support the maintenance and organisation of HSE documentation, procedures, registers and records.
• Assist with tracking HSE action plans and follow up on outstanding actions.
• Support the collection and consolidation of HSE information from projects and contractors.
• Assist in maintaining HSE performance records and supporting documentation.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of HSE processes and working practices.

Project and Site HSE Support

• Participate in site visits, inspections and HSE observations under the guidance of the HSE team.
• Assist with recording and tracking findings arising from inspections, audits and site observations.
• Support monitoring of contractor compliance with applicable HSE requirements.
• Participate in HSE meetings, toolbox talks, awareness activities and other HSE engagements where required.
• Assist the HSE team with monitoring the implementation and close-out of corrective and preventive actions.
• Gain practical exposure to construction and operational HSE requirements within the renewable energy environment.

Incident and HSE Performance Support

• Assist with the collection and recording of incident, near-miss and HSE observation information.
• Support the HSE team with incident records, action tracking and related documentation.
• Assist with the consolidation of HSE statistics and key performance indicators.
• Support preparation of weekly and monthly HSE reports, dashboards and presentations.
• Assist in identifying trends from HSE data and observations under the guidance of the HSE team.

HSE Compliance and Risk Management

• Assist with maintaining applicable HSE legal and compliance records.
• Participate in risk assessment activities and gain exposure to HSE risk management processes.
• Assist with document reviews and maintaining records of HSE submissions.
• Support preparation for internal and external HSE audits and inspections.
• Develop an understanding of applicable South African HSE legislation and Company requirements.

HSE Awareness and Communication

• Assist in preparing HSE communications, alerts, presentations and awareness material.
• Support HSE campaigns and employee/contractor engagement initiatives.
• Participate in HSE induction and training activities where appropriate.
• Assist with communicating lessons learned and good HSE practices across projects.

Candidate Profile

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor's Degree, Diploma or equivalent qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, Environmental Health, Safety Management, or a related HSE field.
• Recent graduate or candidate seeking practical workplace experience in HSE.
• Previous formal work experience is not required.
• Basic understanding of occupational health, safety and environmental principles would be advantageous.
• Interest in renewable energy, construction and/or project environments.
• Good written and verbal communication skills .
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• English is the working language.
• Willingness to travel to project sites when required.
• A valid driver's licence would be advantageous.

KEY DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES

During the internship, the Intern should develop practical knowledge and experience in:

• HSE Management Systems
• Construction and operational HSE
• Contractor HSE management
• Site inspections and observations
• Incident reporting and investigation
• Corrective action management
• HSE performance reporting
• HSE legislation and compliance
• Professional communication and stakeholder engagement

Joining TotalEnergies means committing to the energy transition and helping provide energy that is more affordable, more available, and more sustainable for as many people as possible. You will grow within an international multi-energy company where every talent matters. You will contribute to ambitious projects and deliver concrete solutions to today's energy challenges.

Throughout your career, you will benefit from a wide variety of assignments and tailored learning opportunities. You will fully develop your potential in an environment that fosters innovation and excellence. Join committed and collaborative teams where success is built together.

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