Faurecia is inviting applications for an HSE graduate placement within its Clean Mobility operations. The opportunity provides practical exposure to health, safety and environmental work in an automotive manufacturing setting.
Read this first: Check the qualification, automotive experience and YES eligibility requirements below before applying. Your CV should distinguish classroom knowledge, project work and practical workplace experience.
At a glance
| Employer | FORVIA Faurecia |
| Business Unit | Faurecia Clean Mobility |
| Advertised Title | HSE Trainee/Intern |
| Role Description | Health Safety & Environment Graduate |
| Job ID | 67511 |
| Location | Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape |
| Contract | 12-month graduate placement |
| Work Arrangement | On-site |
| Closing Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Last Checked | 9 October 2026 |
What the placement involves
- Assist with site inspections, audits, risk assessments and HSE improvement plans.
- Support legal compliance, safety standards, training and performance reporting.
- Participate in incident investigations and ergonomic assessments.
- Contribute to machine safeguarding and lockout/tagout activities.
- Work with management and the wider HSE network.
Education and other requirements
- A National Diploma, BTech or BEng in Industrial Engineering or Health, Safety & Environment.
- Automotive-environment knowledge and experience.
- Familiarity with 5 Why analysis, job instructions, audits, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
- Knowledge of applicable legal requirements.
- Competence in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Eligibility for the YES Youth Programme.
The advert does not specify a minimum number of years of experience or set out the full YES eligibility criteria. Check any screening questions carefully and answer them accurately.
Pay and other details
No salary or stipend is stated. If shortlisted, ask about remuneration, benefits, the start date, working hours and the contract terms. Treat any longer-term employment discussions separately from the graduate placement.
Documents to prepare
The employer requests a comprehensive CV and copies of your academic results, qualifications and identity document.
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Application checklist
- State your complete qualification name, institution and completion date.
- Describe relevant automotive work, practical training or projects accurately.
- Give examples of risk assessment, investigation, audit or safety-related work where you have them.
- Explain how you have used Excel and Word rather than listing software without context.
- Check your availability and practical travel arrangements.
- Prepare all requested documents and review your contact details.
About FORVIA Faurecia
Faurecia is part of FORVIA, the automotive technology group formed by bringing together Faurecia and HELLA. Its activities include seating, interiors, electronics and clean mobility technologies. Learn more through the official FORVIA website
Common application mistakes
- Using a generic CV that does not show relevant technical or practical experience.
- Presenting academic familiarity with a standard as professional certification.
- Leaving requested academic results or qualification copies out of the application.
- Claiming experience with safety systems or investigations that you cannot explain.
- Assuming that uploading a CV for job matching completes a vacancy application.
Scam warning
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- Do not pay anyone for an application, interview or promised placement.
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- Be cautious of messages promising guaranteed selection.
- Verify suspicious approaches through contact details on the employer’s official website.
- Upload personal documents only through the official recruitment process.
How this opportunity was verified
The role and application requirements were checked against job 67511 on Faurecia’s official careers portal. Company background was checked through FORVIA’s website. Read our How We Verify Listings page for more about the process.
Application notes
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Faurecia gives Employment Equity preference to candidates who contribute to organisational diversity.
If you receive no response within two weeks after the closing date, the employer advises that you should regard the application as unsuccessful.
How to apply
- Open the official vacancy using the Apply Here button below.
- Confirm the job title, reference and location, then read the complete advert.
- Select Apply Now and complete the required candidate details.
- Upload your CV and all requested supporting documents.
- Review your answers, submit the application and keep the confirmation.
Application reminder: The careers portal distinguishes a CV upload for job matching from a formal application. Complete the vacancy-specific submission process.
Application closing date
Apply by 15 October 2026. No exact closing time is stated. Submit early enough to resolve any document or upload problems.