HSE Trainee/Intern

Faurecia; Kariega; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvia in Uitenhage is seeking a YES HSE Graduate to guide management on HSE processes to ensure legal compliance and apply the group’s HSE policy. You'll conduct internal measurements, inspections, and audits to reduce risk and improve safety and environmental outcomes.

You will propose an annual HSE action plan, coach plant management, and participate in the HSE network to deploy standards. 12-month contract with focus on compliance, reporting, and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Industrial Engineering or Health, Safety & Environment related field.
• Between the ages of 18-35.
• Fluent English language knowledge written and spoken.
• Never been registered with the YES (Youth Program).
• Ideally 1 year of working experience within a production environment.
• Compliance with the Company's Cybersecurity, Information Security, and Data Protection policies is a condition of employment.
• Knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Knowledge of HSE tools and methods: AMDEC, 5 why methodology, job instruction, audits, ISO 14001, ISO 45001.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal HSE measurements, inspections, and audits to analyse the site’s risks and bring solutions to improve working conditions, safety level, and environmental respect.
• Propose an annual HSE action plan to the Site Management.
• Coach and support plant management and deploy HSE practices and requirements.
• Participate in Forvia’s HSE network and deploy all HSE Standards within the organization.
• Monitor and ensure legal compliance and manage site relations with local government and regulatory bodies.
• Monitor reporting of HSE indicators (e.g., FR0t, environmental data).
• Organise and drive HSE audits and trainings.
• Perform accident/incident investigations.

Skills

Fluent English

MS Office

HSE knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree / National Diploma in Industrial Engineering or HSE

Tools

AMDEC

5 Why methodology

Audits

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Job description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

Position Title: YES HSE Graduate

Location: Uitenhage

Department: Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)

Reporting to: Plant HSE (Uitenhage) & Country HSE Manager

Contract: 12 Months Contact

Closing Date: 13 November 2026

The HSE Graduate responsible for guiding management regarding HSE processes and requirements to ensure legal compliance per legislation and the application of the Group’s HSE policy and procedures

• Conduct internal HSE measurements, inspections, and audits to analyse the site’s risks and bring solutions to improve the working conditions; the level of industrial safety; and respect for the environment.
• Propose and annual HSE action plan to the Site Management.
• Coach and support the plant management and deploy in HSE practices and requirements.
• Participate in Forvia’s HSE network and deploy all HSE Standards within the organization.
• Monitor and ensure implementation of legal compliance and manage the site’s relations with local government and regulatory organizations.
• Monitor the reporting of HSE indicators (FR0t, environmental data,…).
• Organise and drive HSE audits and trainings.
• Perform accident/incident investigations.

Your profile and competencies to succeed

Position Requirements

Qualifactions :

• Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Industrial Engineering or Health, Safety & Environment related field

The ideal graduate should :

• Between the ages of 18- 35
• Fluent English language knowledge written and spoken
• Never been registered with the YES (Youth Program)

Knowledge & Experience

• Ideally 1 year of working experience within a production environment
• Compliance with the Company's Cybersecurity, Information Security, and Data Protection policies is a condition of employment.
• The incumbent is expected to safeguard confidential information, maintain secure work practices, and promptly report any suspected security incidents.
• Working knowledge of Quality systems and Health, Safety & Environment skills
• Competency in MS Office (Excel, Word, etc…)
• Knowledge of HSE tools and methods : AMDEC, 5 why methodology, job instruction, audits, ISO 14001, ISO 45001.

What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.

Why join us

FORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA.

With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow. Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide.

In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated revenue of 26.2 billion euros prior to IFRS 5. FORVIA SE is listed on the Euronext Paris market under the FRVIA mnemonic code and is a component of the SBF 120 index.

FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen. www.forvia.com

Salary Range: ZAR N/A