RCL Foods SHER Risk Work Integrated Learning (WIL) 2026
RCL Foods is inviting applications for a SHER Risk Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Internship based in Tzaneen, Limpopo. This opportunity is ideal for students who require workplace experience to complete their qualification and are interested in building a career in Safety, Health, Environment, and Risk Management.
The programme provides practical workplace exposure within a leading South African food manufacturing company, allowing learners to gain hands-on experience while supporting health, safety, and environmental initiatives.
Internship Details
- Position: SHER Risk Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
- Company: RCL Foods
- Department: Risk
- Job Type: Internship / Fixed-Term Contract
- Location: Tzaneen, Limpopo
- Closing Date: 27 July 2026
About the Internship
The successful candidate will work closely with the SHER team and assist with the implementation, monitoring, and improvement of health, safety, environmental, and risk management systems.
This internship is designed to provide practical industry experience and exposure to workplace safety systems, compliance processes, audits, inspections, and risk management activities.
Key Responsibilities
The successful intern will assist with:
- Supporting the maintenance and improvement of ISO 45001 Management Systems.
- Monitoring and implementing health, safety, and environmental procedures.
- Conducting routine safety inspections and compliance audits.
- Identifying areas of non-compliance and assisting with corrective action plans.
- Performing planned and unplanned workplace safety inspections.
- Compiling safety inspection reports.
- Ensuring fire extinguishers and first aid boxes remain compliant and accessible.
- Conducting and reviewing workplace risk assessments.
- Assisting with weekly and monthly SHER reporting.
- Scheduling and participating in emergency response drills.
- Gathering information for incident investigations.
- Updating health and safety noticeboards.
- Attending statutory health and safety meetings.
- Taking and compiling meeting minutes.
- Assisting with corrective and preventative action (CAPA) processes.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Work Integrated Learning (WIL) letter from their educational institution.
- Certified copy of South African ID.
- Certified copies of academic qualifications.
- Learner agreement documentation.
Skills and Attributes
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Good communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Interest in occupational health and safety.
- Good report-writing abilities.
- Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
What You Will Gain
This internship provides valuable exposure to:
- Occupational Health and Safety systems.
- Environmental management practices.
- Workplace risk management.
- Compliance audits and inspections.
- Incident investigations.
- Emergency preparedness and response.
- Health and safety legislation.
- Professional workplace experience within the FMCG industry.
Why Apply?
RCL Foods is one of South Africa’s leading food manufacturers and offers excellent learning opportunities for students seeking practical workplace exposure.
Benefits include:
- Real-world industry experience.
- Exposure to health and safety management systems.
- Opportunity to develop professional skills.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals.
- Improved employability after completing studies.
Application Requirements
Before applying, ensure you have the following:
- Updated CV.
- Certified South African ID copy.
- Certified academic records and qualifications.
- Work Integrated Learning letter.
- Learner agreement.
Closing Date
Applications close on 27 July 2026.
Students who require workplace experience to complete their qualification and are interested in Safety, Health, Environment, and Risk Management are encouraged to apply before the closing date.
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