Manager, Dangerous Goods

DP World; Fairburn (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World in Fairburn, GA seeks an experienced Dangerous Goods Manager to oversee safe handling, storage, transportation, and regulatory compliance of hazardous materials across operations. The role requires expertise in DOT, IATA, IMDG, OSHA, and EPA regulations, with a track record in audits and safety program implementation.

The DG/Regulatory Compliance Manager provides operational leadership, supports audits, and drives continuous improvement for a safe, compliant, and efficient operation in

Qualifications

• Oversee dangerous goods handling, storage, and transport across operations.
• Maintain expert knowledge of regulatory updates (DOT, IATA, IMDG, OSHA, EPA).
• Lead DG programs, audits, and incident investigations.
• Develop and deliver DG training programs and certify employees.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and international DG regulations.
• Maintain DG documentation, labeling, and placarding for shipments.
• Investigate DG incidents and drive corrective actions.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Audits

Safety procedures

DG handling

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Dangerous Goods Manager to join our team at DP World in Fairburn, GA. In this role, you will oversee the safe handling, storage, transportation, and regulatory compliance of hazardous materials across our operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in DOT, IATA, IMDG, OSHA, and EPA regulations, along with experience managing dangerous goods programs, conducting audits, and implementing safety procedures. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance-focused leader who is passionate about operational excellence, workplace safety, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Position Summary

The Dangerous Goods (DG) / Regulatory Compliance Manager is responsible for ensuringfull compliance with all regulatory requirements governing the handling, storage, transport, and documentation of hazardous materials. This role provides operational leadership, oversees DG programs, supports audits, and drives continuous improvement to ensure a safe, compliant, and efficient operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and international regulations governing hazardous materials (DOT, IATA, IMDG, OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Maintain expert knowledge of regulatory updates and communicate changes to leadership and affected teams.
• Oversee proper classification, labeling, packaging, documentation, and placarding of DG shipments.

Operations & Safety Management

• Manage day-to-day DG operations related to receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping hazardous materials.
• Conduct DG-specific risk assessments and implement hazard control measures.
• Ensure proper segregation, storage, and disposal of dangerous goods in accordance with regulatory and company standards.
• Investigate DG incidents, spills, or near-misses and lead corrective action plans.

Training & Development

• Develop and deliver DG training programs to certify employees in hazardous materials handling and transport procedures.
• Ensure all training records, certifications, and recertifications are up to date and compliant.
• Coach team members on best practices, safety procedures, and operational standards.
• Audits, Documentation & ReportingCoach team members on best practices, safety procedures, and operational

standards.

Compensation

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses — Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

The DP World family comprises of syncreon, Imperial and P&O.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW