Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Internship at Lake Turkana Wind Power (LTWP) Project

Situated in Marsabit County, Kenya, The Lake Turkana Wind Power (LTWP) Project is a wind farm that supplies renewable energy to Kenya’s national grid. The project is committed to the sustainable application of all resources to the benefit of the environment.

HSE INTERN

Purpose: To provide the intern with valuable hands-on work experience in the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) field, enabling them to gain practical knowledge and skills that align with industry standards and best practices. The role is designed to embed the intern within the HSE department, allowing them to actively contribute to key initiatives such as safety culture development, incident investigations, and compliance monitoring, while supporting LTWP’s commitment to nurturing future HSE professionals.

Key Activities and Accountabilities

Safety Culture Development and App Tracking:

• To familiarize yourself with the app and it’s uses
• Support the rollout and tracking of the Safety Culture App, ensuring data is updated, trends are analyzed, and reports are shared with relevant stakeholders.
• Assist in identifying opportunities to enhance safety culture through feedback mechanisms and employee engagement.

Incident Investigation Assistance:

• Participate in incident investigations, ensuring all findings are documented and root causes are identified.
• Assist in developing and tracking corrective and preventive actions to close gaps.
• Prepare summaries and lessons learned to share across the organization.

HSE Policy Familiarization:

• Gain comprehensive knowledge of LTWP’s HSE policies and procedures, including permit-to-work systems, incident reporting protocols, and compliance requirements.
• Support the dissemination and training of employees and contractors on LTWP’s HSE policies.

HSE Risk Assessments:

• Assist in conducting and reviewing job safety analyses (JSA) and risk assessments.
• Support teams in implementing control measures for identified risks and hazards.

Compliance and Audits:

• Assist in internal audits to ensure compliance with LTWP standards and regulatory requirements.
• Document findings and follow up on corrective actions.

Data Collection and Reporting:

• Maintain HSE records and prepare monthly reports on key HSE metrics, including incidents, near misses, and safety observations.
• Analyze trends and provide insights for improving safety performance.

Other Responsibilities:

• Provide general support to the HSE team in daily operations.
• Engage in initiatives like toolbox talks, wellness activities, and safety campaigns.
• Assist with other duties as deemed necessary by the management to support LTWP’s HSE goals.

Qualifications and Experience

1. Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, EHS, Engineering, or a related field (recent graduates preferred).
• Nebosh certificate or currently studying towards

2. Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with HSE management systems (e.g., ISO 45001) is an advantage.
• Enthusiastic and proactive attitude with a willingness to learn.

3. Attributes:

• High integrity and commitment to upholding safety standards.
• Team player with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Adaptable and open to working in a dynamic environment.

NOTE: This internship is exclusively for candidates from Laisamis Constituency

Apply for this vacancy

Deadline: Wednesday, June 24, 2026

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