HSEQ Specialist

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. We are seeking an experienced HSEQ Specialist – Dangerous Goods to support our operations and drive a strong safety culture across key contracts. Position Available: HSEQ Specialist – Dangerous GoodsLocation: Gladstone, QLD About the Role: 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. How to Apply: If you are passionate about safety and have experience supporting dangerous goods or high-risk transport operations, we encourage you to apply. Click Apply now . For more information, please contact ***********@centurion.net.au 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. Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr