Temporary Biokinetics Intern

Volkswagen Group Services GmbH; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Volkswagen Group Africa is seeking a Biokinetics professional to apply biomechanics, anatomy and physiology to enhance ergonomic design, safety and wellbeing in automotive contexts. The role is based in our Wellness Centre - Human Resources (Kariega) and focuses on rehabilitation, health promotion and performance optimization for employees.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team to assess, design and implement movement-based interventions, contributing to safer workplaces and healthier staff

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biokinetics is required.
• HPCSA registration is required.
• BLS certificate advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design ergonomic work environments and assess risks.
• Promote employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Perform physical and functional assessments and rehab plans.
• Educate on injury prevention and long-term wellbeing.
• Collaborate with healthcare and occupational teams.
• Contribute to research and continuous improvement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biokinetics

HPCSA registration

Basic life support certificate

Job description

At Volkswagen Group Africa, we are more than a car manufacturer – we are a global mobility company driven by innovation, quality, and our people. With operating sites in Kariega (Uitenhage), Centurion, and Sandton, we combine a proud heritage of engineering excellence with a strong focus on the future. We produce vehicles and mobility solutions that deliver performance, safety, and sustainability. Our success is powered by diverse, skilled, and passionate employees who value collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. As part of the global Volkswagen Group, we operate in a dynamic environment where innovation, digitalization, and sustainability shape everything we do. Joining Volkswagen Group Africa means being part of a team building mobility for generations – responsibly, sustainably, and together.

ABOUT THE ROLE

To apply principles of biomechanics, human anatomy, and physiology to enhance the design, ergonomics, and safety of automotive products and work environments. This role involves a multidisciplinary approach aimed at improving the overall human experience within vehicles and automotive processes. Utilize knowledge of human anatomy, biomechanics, and exercise physiology to facilitate rehabilitation, promote health, and optimize physical performance among patients. This role encompasses a holistic approach centered on enhancing the quality of life and overall well-being of individuals through tailored movement-based interventions. This positin is based in our Wellness Centre - Human Resources (Kariega)

KEY RESPNSIBILITIES

• Ergonomic Design, Safety & Risk Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design ergonomic work environments, assess workplace risks, ensure compliance with occupational health and safety requirements, and reduce the likelihood of work-related injuries.
• Workforce Health, Wellbeing & Performance: Promote active lifestyles and movement-based interventions that enhance employee wellbeing, reduce fatigue, improve physical health, and support optimal performance in automotive manufacturing and product development.
• Assessment, Rehabilitation & Return to Function: Conduct physical and functional assessments, develop individualized rehabilitation programmes, and support recovery, mobility, and safe return to optimal function following injury, surgery, or illness.
• Chronic Disease Management & Health Education: Implement exercise-based interventions for individuals with chronic health conditions while educating employees and patients on physical activity, self-management, injury prevention, and long-term wellbeing.
• Collaboration & Patient-Centred Care: Work closely with multidisciplinary healthcare and occupational teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans that support recovery, health outcomes, and workplace integration.
• Research, Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Contribute to research and evidence-based practice by evaluating human movement, ergonomics, and automotive technologies, driving innovative solutions that improve health outcomes, safety, user experience, and operational effectiveness

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biokinetics
• Health and safety qualifications -advantageous
• Basic life support certificate – advantageous

Professional Registration:

• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)

Experience:

• No work experience required
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good analytical skills

Are you in?

We are looking for new talent, employees who want to achieve, believe in innovative power of ideas, leaders who are able to collaborate and adapt to the mobility of the future, take ownership, responsibility, accountability and diverse thinkers in order to embrace our differences.

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Location: ZA

Department: Healthcare and Security

Shift: Full-time

Contract type: Fixed-term

Remote Working: Up to 20%

Posting Date: 3 Sept 2026

Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to achieving and sustaining an equitable and representative workforce. In line with our Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups.

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Job ID: 26353