DGSA Advisor: Safety, Compliance & Audits in Logistics

Energy Jobline CVL; Dale Abbey; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Job summary

DX is seeking a qualified Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser to join our Midlands-based team. You will advise on ADR, UK DG legislation and implement practical controls across the DX network.

You’ll conduct site audits, investigations and assurance reviews, developing policies and procedures, while supporting customers, regulators and auditors. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• A valid Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser qualification for road transport (ADR).
• At least three years’ experience in a DGSA, dangerous goods compliance or operational dangerous goods management role.
• Strong working knowledge of ADR and UK Carriage of Dangerous Goods legislation, including classification, packaging, marking, labelling and documentation requirements.
• Experience of audits, inspections, incident investigations and implementing corrective actions.
• Background supporting operational teams in logistics, transport, freight, distribution or supply chain environments.
• Ability to translate legislation into workable controls, analyse compliance trends and present clear reports to management.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the DX network.
• Experience with IMDG Code, IATA DG Regulations or related areas would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Act as DX’s appointed DGSA, advising on ADR, UK dangerous goods legislation and practical operational controls.
• Carry out site audits, inspections and assurance reviews throughout the network, helping teams identify and manage dangerous goods risks.
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures and guidance covering classification, packaging, marking, labelling, segregation, documentation and transport requirements.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, identify root causes and monitor corrective actions.
• Prepare statutory DGSA annual reports and provide management with clear compliance insights and assurance.
• Support customers, regulators and external auditors, and advise on new dangerous goods services and operational processes.
• Work with SHE, Operations and Training colleagues to develop awareness and competency programmes and respond to legislative developments.

Skills

DGSA qualification

Three years DGSA experience

ADR knowledge

Audits & inspections

Logistics background

Report writing

Stakeholder management

Job description

DX is seeking a qualified Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser to join our Midlands-based team. You will advise on ADR, UK DG legislation and implement practical controls across the DX network.

You’ll conduct site audits, investigations and assurance reviews, developing policies and procedures, while supporting customers, regulators and auditors. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel are required.