SHERQ Intern Opportunity at Grindrod Logistics Durban

MANCOSA PTY LTD is offering an exciting SHERQ Internship at Durban with Grindrod Logistics. This internship is designed for recent graduates or students eager to gain practical workplace experience in Safety, Health, Environment, Risk, and Quality (SHERQ) management. The role provides hands-on exposure to logistics operations while supporting compliance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

The SHERQ Intern will provide support across multiple functions:

Safety & Health

• Assist with hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Support incident investigations and compile detailed reports.
• Help monitor compliance with Occupational Health and Safety legislation.
• Participate in safety inspections and internal audits.
• Coordinate safety training and toolbox talks.

Environmental

• Support environmental compliance monitoring.
• Assist with waste management tracking and reporting.
• Participate in sustainability initiatives and awareness campaigns.
• Maintain environmental records and permits.

Risk Management

• Assist in maintaining risk registers.
• Support risk assessments and mitigation planning.
• Track corrective and preventative actions.

Quality Assurance

• Support quality assurance activities and internal audits.
• Maintain ISO systems documentation.
• Monitor non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Administration

• Maintain SHERQ documentation and filing systems.
• Compile monthly SHERQ reports.
• Capture and update data on internal systems.
• Provide general administrative support to the SHERQ team.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates should meet the following requirements:

• Qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Risk Management, Quality Management, or related field.
• Computer literacy, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.

Skills and Competencies

Successful applicants will demonstrate:

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to compliance, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to operational efficiency.

How to Apply

This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain practical SHERQ experience within a leading logistics company. Candidates looking to start their career in logistics and compliance are encouraged to apply online.

Apply here: SHERQ Intern – Grindrod Logistics

This role equips interns with valuable skills in safety, environmental management, risk, and quality systems, laying a strong foundation for a career in logistics and compliance.