HSE Intern/Assistant in Inverurie

About Us

We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. At SLB we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. We are facing the world’s greatest balancing act—how to simultaneously reduce emissions and meet the world’s growing energy demands. Our collective future depends on decarbonizing the fossil fuel industry while innovating a new energy landscape. It’s what drives us. Ensuring progress for people and the planet, on the journey to net zero and beyond.

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Location: Aberdeen

Job Summary

Join our dynamic and innovative team dedicated to ensuring a safe, healthy, and efficient working environment. As an HSE Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting Health, Safety & Environment and Facilities Management activities while contributing to a strong safety culture across the organization. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to develop practical HSE knowledge, support facility operations, and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist in the implementation of HSE policies, standards, and procedures.
• Support risk assessment reviews, workplace inspections, and safety audits to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance.
• Help maintain accurate and up-to-date HSE and facility-related records, documentation, and internal databases.
• Support updates and follow-up activities across Facilities systems and ensure required data is maintained accurately.
• Assist in scheduling and following up on facility maintenance, repairs, and service requests.
• Support on-site HSE and Facilities activities, including workplace inspections and safety engagements.
• Assist in small facility improvement projects, audits, and workplace initiatives.
• Support the implementation of workplace standards to ensure clean, safe, and well-organized facilities.
• Participate in HSE training sessions, toolbox talks, and awareness campaigns.
• Collaborate with different departments to promote the SLB Safe Culture.
• Interface with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to support day-to-day Facilities and HSE operations.
• Support documentation, reporting, and basic contract or permit administration under supervision.
• Follow up with suppliers and internal stakeholders on service requests and administrative processes, including payment approval workflows where applicable.
• Contribute to environmental sustainability initiatives within the company.
• Support incident investigations and assist in developing corrective and preventive actions.
• Demonstrate adaptability by supporting changing business priorities and learning new systems and processes.
• Occasionally visit other sites to support HSE or Facilities activities, where required.

Learning Outcomes

• Practical HSE Knowledge: Gain a comprehensive understanding of HSE principles, workplace safety practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Facilities Management Exposure: Develop an understanding of facility operations, maintenance coordination, and workplace management processes.
• Communication Skills: Build confidence communicating with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Learn to identify hazards, assess risks, and contribute to effective corrective actions and workplace improvements.
• Project Management: Gain experience supporting HSE and Facilities projects from planning through implementation and reporting.
• Analytical Skills: Strengthen analytical thinking through inspections, audits, incident reviews, and data management.

Essential Requirements

• Recently completed a degree in Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience or coursework related to HSE, Facilities, Engineering, or Operations (internships, university projects, etc.).
• Basic understanding of HSE principles and workplace safety practices.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Skills

• NEBOSH certification (or currently studying towards it) is an advantage.
• Familiarity with UK HSE regulations and guidelines is preferred but not essential.
• Interest or exposure to Facilities Management or workplace operations is beneficial.

BlueFlex Scheme

We offer hybrid working with a combination of on-site and home working days to achieve the right work-life balance, together with dedicated time for volunteering and sustainability initiatives.

SLB is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.