Safety Officer Internship

About the role

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) offers an internship for a Safety Officer within its Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) portfolio. Based in Pretoria, the intern will support regulatory compliance, health and safety standards, and facilities management across all CSIR sites.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in developing site‑specific health and safety specifications for construction projects.
• Support approval and implementation of health and safety plans, conducting regular site audits and halting non‑compliant work.
• Conduct health and safety inductions for contractors and maintain related registers.
• Help ensure tenants comply with CSIR health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Provide operational support for OHS Act compliance within Property and Facilities Management, including inspections and risk‑assessment reviews.
• Assist in monitoring and updating SHE risk assessments, safe operating procedures, and training records.

Required profile

• Diploma or National Diploma in Electrical, Built Environment, Environmental, Mechanical, or Safety disciplines.
• Construction management qualifications are advantageous.
• Graduate seeking an internship opportunity.
• Familiarity with SACPCMP (not compulsory).

Required skills

• Microsoft Outlook