HSEQ Specialist - Dangerous Goods

Centurion; Helidon Spa; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurion is seeking an experienced HSEQ Specialist – Dangerous Goods to lead safety, compliance and risk management across our national dangerous goods contracts. You will partner with operational teams to implement HSEQ systems, training and incident investigations, and you will drive continuous improvement through audits, reporting and liaison with regulators.

This fixed-term role supports the business through to June 2027, based in Queensland, and demands strong knowledge of CoR and DG

Qualifications

• Tertiary HSE qualification (e.g. OSH Diploma/Advanced Diploma).
• 7–10 years’ experience in HSEQ roles.
• Experience working in road transport environments and with dangerous goods.
• Strong knowledge of HSE legislation and Chain of Responsibility requirements.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all HSEQ activities for major Dangerous Goods contracts portfolio nationally.
• Support delivery of HSEQ Strategic and Tactical Plans and implement actions to achieve objectives.
• Train and coach Operations teams in hazard identification, incident reporting, HSEQ processes and HSE tools (Take 5, CRAs/CRIs, JSAs, Permit to Work).
• Foster a positive HSEQ culture through engagement, mentoring and effective communication.
• Participate in safety inspections, risk assessments, job safety analyses and critical risk management activities.
• Review and maintain the HSEQ Risk Register and support operational reviews.
• Assist with development, review and implementation of procedures and safe work practices.
• Support activities to prevent workplace injury, disease and ill health, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Conduct and support internal audits and external audit processes.
• Support and participate in emergency preparedness and response requirements.
• Lead incident investigations and prepare relevant HSE Alerts and Learnings.
• Ensure accuracy and quality of Myosh data and implement actions from investigations, audits and inspections.
• Liaise with regulators and complete required reporting.
• Provide HSE content for Toolbox Talks, HSE Meetings and operations forums.
• Prepare and report on HSE lead and lag indicators.
• Provide HSE information for tenders, customer enquiries and contract obligations.
• Engage with HSRs, supervisors and managers to support compliance and best practice.

Skills

HSEQ experience

Strong communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

OSH Diploma/Advanced Diploma

Tools

Myosh

CoR knowledge

Job description

We are seeking an experienced HSEQ Specialist – Dangerous Goods to support our operations and drive a strong safety culture across key contracts.

This is a fixed term contract until the end of June 2027.

The Opportunity:

This role is responsible for leading HSEQ activities for our largest national specialised dangerous goods contracts, supporting operational teams, and ensuring compliance with HSEQ systems, legislation and contract requirements. You will play a critical role in promoting safe work practices, driving proactive risk management and contributing to a positive, engaged safety culture across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate all HSEQ activities for our major Dangerous Goods contracts portfolio nationally.
• Support delivery of the HSEQ Strategic and Tactical Plans and implement actions to achieve key objectives.
• Train and coach Operations teams in hazard identification, incident reporting, HSEQ processes and HSE tools (Take 5, CRAs/CRIs, JSAs, Permit to Work).
• Foster a positive HSEQ culture through engagement, mentoring and effective communication.
• Participate in safety inspections, risk assessments, job safety analyses and critical risk management activities.
• Review and maintain the HSEQ Risk Register and support operational reviews.
• Assist with development, review and implementation of procedures and safe work practices.
• Support activities to prevent workplace injury, disease and ill health, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Conduct and support internal audits and external audit processes.
• Support and participate in emergency preparedness and response requirements.
• Lead incident investigations and prepare relevant HSE Alerts and Learnings.
• Ensure accuracy and quality of Myosh data and implement actions from investigations, audits and inspections.
• Liaise with regulators and complete required reporting.
• Provide HSE content for Toolbox Talks, HSE Meetings and operations forums.
• Prepare and report on HSE lead and lag indicators.
• Provide HSE information for tenders, customer enquiries and contract obligations.
• Engage with HSRs, supervisors and managers to support compliance and best practice.

Skills and Experience:

• Tertiary HSE qualification (e.g. OSH Diploma/Advanced Diploma (VET)).
• 7–10 years’ experience in HSEQ roles.
• Experience working within road transport environments and with security-sensitive dangerous goods.
• Strong knowledge of HSE legislation and Chain of Responsibility requirements.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• High attention to detail, strong organisation and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Why Join Centurion?

• Be part of a supportive and safety-focused workplace.
• Work with a high-performing HSEQ team committed to continuous improvement.
• Play a key role in managing HSEQ for major national contracts.
• Join a stable, values-driven organisation with long-term career opportunities.
• Contribute to a positive safety culture that makes a real impact across our operations.

Company Overview:

Centurion is a premier logistics company with a long-standing reputation for excellence in transportation services across Australia. Founded in 1971, our business provides nationwide service with 34 branches across Western Australia, Queensland, Northern Territory, New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria.

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join a leader in the transportation industry! We are an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from women and First Nations People.

Please note that we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies. Direct applicants only.