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Senior EHS Specialist

Enoggera, Queensland Job ID BOE-1914919 Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Mar. 25, 2026
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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:
Enoggera
Category:
Business Support
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1914919
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The Opportunity

The AH-64E Boeing Apache helicopter has been selected for the Australian Army and is joining our current Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) supported rotary wing fleet of Chinook medium lift and EC-135 training helicopters.

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior EHS Specialist to support the AH-64E Apache helicopter program embedded within the Commonwealth Attack Helicopter Systems Program Office (AHSPO).  This position will be based at the Enoggera Gallipoli Barracks, Brisbane, QLD and will require occasional trips to Townsville.

The Apache Senior EHS Specialist will fill the role as the WHS Manager in the AHSPO program office and is responsible for developing, planning, implementing and assessing / Managing Health, Safety and Environmental programs and processes for the Apache program to ensure regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Be an integral part of the Apache capability.
  • Leverages Boeing WHS people, processes, tools and data, communities of practice forums and Boeing organisation safety SME for opportunities to enhance Apache Program WHS outcomes and management.
  • Evaluates and provides advice for management of WHS hazards associated with introduction into service of Apache aircraft and supporting material and processes.
  • Report to the BDA Apache Program Manager regarding the Commonwealth's safety system's compliance to meet Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) regulatory requirements for BDA embedded personnel.
  • In conjunction with the Material Safety Engineer, acts as primary interface with regulatory agencies and AVNCOMD for Apache aircraft and supporting elements' WHS hazards.
  • In parallel to Commonwealth's WHS processes, performs program reviews, recommends corrective action to prevent reoccurrence of incidents, and investigates incidents if requested by Aviation Command (AVNCOMD).
  • Evaluates workplace hazards as required to support the co-located site EHS specialists.
  • Provides WHS Change impact assessment input to Apache system changes across all aspects of the enterprise.
  • Conducts education and training to support regulatory and business requirements for the Program.
  • Evaluates impact and provides advice on new regulations and the likely impact to enterprise operations.
    • Performs program reviews, investigates incidents and recommends corrective action to prevent reoccurrence of incidents.
    • Work Closely with the Test and Evaluation program and set up the Acquisition deliverables for transition into sustainment, under direction of AHSPO.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

  • Tertiary qualification in Health, safety and Environment with at least 5 years of EHS experience in an operational environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
  • Demonstrated ability to perform with minimal direction and the ability to exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment;
  • Thorough knowledge of Australian WHS and Environmental laws, regulations and reporting requirements.
  • Experience in working within a customer focused environment.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of the ISO 14001 and 45001 standards;
  • Strong time management skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet target dates in strong regulatory environment;
  • Defence/aerospace industry experience.
  • Demonstrated experience working within a highly regulated environment; and
  • Ability to meet Defence Security and ITAR requirements.

Desirable

  • Working knowledge or familiarity with Defence/Aerospace Industry.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements.

About Us

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force.  As a BDA employee, you will join other innovative, ethical people who have the critical skills required to develop and deliver world class capabilities and systems to protect Australia and its national interests.  Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place.  From the seabed to outer space you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are core values.  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.

Benefits

  • Flexible working options
  • Study assistance
  • Salary packaging
  • Employee Incentive Program
  • Global opportunities

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.  Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.

If you are ready to join an innovative industry leader, click Apply Now.


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.

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