HSSE Senior Manager

DP World is seeking an operationally focused safety leader to oversee all HSSE functions at our Brisbane Terminal. Responsible for driving on-the-ground safety performance across terminal, this role ensures compliance with regulatory and customer standards while embedding practical, risk-based safety systems.

You'll work closely with operational teams to manage incidents, conduct audits and inspections, and deliver continuous improvement in safety and efficiency. Ideal for a hands-on leader with strong logistics and terminal experience who can translate safety strategy into effective frontline execution.

Key Responsibilities –

• Provide expert HSSE advice to operations management on serious and high-potential incidents, including regulatory notifiable events with potential litigation implications.
• Deliver technical guidance to line management to ensure operational risks are proactively identified, assessed, and controlled.
• Ensure full compliance with HSSE legislation, standards, and company policies.
• Implement, maintain, and continuously improve HSSE management systems aligned with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 28000.
• Support internal and external audits, assurance programs, and ongoing compliance monitoring.
• Drive a positive HSSE culture through visible leadership, training programs, and workforce engagement initiatives.
• Lead and coordinate incident investigations, ensure regulatory notifications, and oversee return-to-work programs.
• Ensure change management is effective, assessed and documented.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance both HSSE performance and operational efficiency.
• Consult with the workforce on safety issues including change management and new technologies.
• Develop and manage the HSSE budget, optimising resource allocation and identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety, security, or environmental standards.
• Analyse HSSE data, monitor trends, and report performance metrics to senior management.
• Lead, mentor, and develop HSSE team members across the terminal, fostering capability, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Lead environmental initiatives to minimise operational impact, including waste reduction, resource efficiency, and pollution prevention programs.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience required:

• Tertiary qualifications in Health, Safety, and Environment (Degree or Diploma) is desirable.
• Internal Auditor certification (highly regarded).
• Minimum 10 years' experience in a similar HSE role, ideally within logistics or warehousing.
• Extensive experience in HSSE management, including audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Proficient in HSE management systems and regulatory reporting.
• In-depth knowledge of OHS&E legislation, Dangerous Goods regulations, and company policies.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership capabilities with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Practical, hands-on approach suited to fast-paced, operational environments.
• High attention to detail and strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and facilitation skills.

About DP World

DP World is reshaping the future of global trade to improve lives everywhere. Operating across six continents with a team of over 115,000 employees, we combine global infrastructure and local expertise to deliver seamless supply chain solutions. From Ports and Terminals to Marine Services, Logistics and Technology, we leverage innovation to create better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer's door.

In Asia Pacific, DP World employs over 15,000 people across 22 geographies. We operate 17 ports and terminals, complemented by a comprehensive suite of end-to-end supply chain solutions - to connect the region to the rest of the world.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.