EHS Execution Lead - MQ-28 Program

The Boeing Company; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Yearly bonuses

Paid leave

Discounts: health insurance, travel, &

Novated leasing

Salary sacrifice for superannuation

Mentorship & promotions

Recognition program

Relocation support

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia is seeking an experienced EHS Execution Lead to embed safety, health and environmental excellence across maintenance, operations, flight test and air vehicle production. Reporting to the Program EHS Manager, you will lead safety initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and influence stakeholders to embed risk management and a generative safety culture.

This program leadership role supports multiple sites, requires ISO 45001/14001 knowledge and Australian WHS

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Health, Safety and Environment with 5–10+ years in operational/manufacturing roles.
• Experience providing EHS input to equipment design, installation and commissioning plans.
• Strong knowledge of facility layout and risk management.
• Extensive hazardous materials and chemical management experience.
• Experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001; knowledge of Australian WHS and environmental reporting.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of EHS excellence across maintenance, operations, flight test and air vehicle production environments at multiple sites.
• Prepare and present EHS performance reports for internal and external stakeholders, evaluate outcomes, and drive continual improvement.
• Provide senior technical oversight on complex EHS matters and support training and investigations.
• Influence stakeholders to secure buy-in for EHS initiatives and embed risk management across activities.
• Lead implementation of EHS processes across the MQ-28 program; coordinate EHS execution and assurance plans.
• Conduct inspections, audits and incident investigations; track corrective actions to closure.
• Foster a collaborative safety-first manufacturing and operational mindset and support continuous improvement and team development.

Skills

Senior EHS experience

Stakeholder engagement

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

ISO 45001 knowledge

Education

Health, Safety and Environment degree

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Location: RAAF Base Amberley

Category: Business Support

Position Type: Permanent

Job Reference: BOE/1946599

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The Opportunity

Boeing Defence Australia is delivering the MQ-28 Ghost Bat, a next‑generation collaborative uncrewed combat air vehicle for the Australian Defence Force. We're seeking an experienced EHS Execution Lead to embed safety, health and environmental excellence across our extensive scope of program maintenance, operations, flight test, and air vehicle production environments.

This is a program leadership role where you'll apply EHS expertise and strong influencing skills across people, parts, processes, facilities, and equipment to enable safe, compliant and efficient program operations. You will report to the Program EHS Manager as a senior member of a high‑performing safety team to provide operational and systems support across a diverse and multifaceted scope.

You will help the program drive continuous improvement under BDA's safety management system, champion a generative safety culture, and lead EHS initiatives in complex aircraft manufacturing and flight test environments.

Why this is exciting

• Work on a high‑visibility, super-cool, advanced defence program (MQ‑28) that combines autonomy, aerospace systems and innovative production approaches.
• Be on the ground floor supporting Boeing's first Australian manufacturing facility in 50 years, delivering Australian military‑designed combat aircraft and redefining how advanced aircraft are made.
• Shape the future of Australian aerospace manufacturing- your work will support national defence capability and grow local industry.

What you'll get to do:

• Promote a culture of EHS excellence across maintenance, operations, flight test and air vehicle production environments at multiple sites.
• Prepare and present EHS performance reports for internal and external stakeholders, evaluate outcomes, and drive continual improvement.
• Provide senior technical oversight on complex EHS matters, deliver regulatory and program-focused EHS training, and support industrial hygiene and exposure control activities.
• Influence stakeholders across the program, from contractors and suppliers to senior leadership, to secure buy-in for EHS initiatives and embed risk management into all our activities.
• Support and mentor program safety specialists through technical guidance, coaching on investigations and risk assessments, sharing best practice, and fostering professional development.
• Lead implementation of BDA EHS processes across the MQ-28 program; coordinate EHS execution and assurance plans and support the development of site-based EHS risk management documentation.
• Conduct inspections, audits and incident investigations; recommend and track corrective actions to closure.
• Foster a collaborative, safety-first manufacturing and operational mindset and support continuous improvement and team capability development.

Who we're looking for

• Tertiary qualification in Health, Safety and Environment or related discipline, with significant senior EHS experience in operational/manufacturing environments (typically 5-10+ years) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience providing EHS input to equipment design, installation and commissioning plans.
• Strong knowledge of facility layout and risk management, including movement of people/materials, ergonomics, emergency egress, machine guarding and segregation.
• Extensive hazardous materials and chemical management experience.
• Proven capability in incident investigation, root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Practical experience with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 and thorough knowledge of Australian WHS and environmental legislation and reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal direction, manage conflicting priorities in a fast‑paced dynamic environment, and engage stakeholders to build a generative safety culture.
• Willingness to travel between multiple sites (primarily Brisbane, Amberley and Toowoomba; occasional interstate travel).
• Ability to meet Defence Security and ITAR requirements (eligibility for relevant clearances required).

Desirable

• Defence or aerospace industry experience.
• Experience in large complex projects.
• Experience in fast paced development projects.

Boeing values we live by

• Integrity — We are honest, transparent and accountable.
• Safety — We always put safety first in design, manufacturing and operations.
• Quality — We deliver products and processes that meet the highest standards.
• Customer focus — We aim to understand and exceed our customers' mission needs.
• Teamwork & One Boeing — We collaborate across teams and partners to accomplish shared goals.
• Inclusion & Respect — We value diverse perspectives and create an environment where everyone can contribute.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary & yearly bonuses.
• Paid leave entitlements.
• Discounts: health insurance, travel, retail; nationwide Fitness Passport.
• Financial options: novated leasing, salary sacrifice for superannuation.
• Career development: tailored mentorship and promotion pathways.
• Recognition program with awards.
• Relocation support options to Toowoomba, QLD.

Our Culture:

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages a focus on inclusion and a culture that encourages movement within the organization.

Our aim is to nurture our existing employees and help them reach their full potential and be part of an organisation that promotes a safe workplace environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.