EHS Specialist

Job Description
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Location:
Townsville
Category:
Business Support
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1919693
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The Opportunity
Step into a high-impact role delivering safety and sustainability for one of Australia's most critical combat aviation programs. Boeing Defence Australia is seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to join the AH-64E Apache sustainment team in Townsville. If you thrive on making real operational difference, shaping safety culture and enabling frontline readiness-this is your mission.
Why this is exciting

• Protect personnel, equipment and mission capability on a frontline combat helicopter program.
• Influence real-world operations by embedding best-practice environmental and health & safety systems.
• Join a multidisciplinary team delivering maintenance, engineering and logistics that directly support the Australian Defence Force.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure regulatory compliance in a dynamic, mission-focused environment.

As a EHS Specialist at Boeing you will:

• Provide Environmental and Health & Safety subject-matter expert advice to the Apache program and internal stakeholders.
• Support EHS processes, regulatory compliance and risk control across maintenance, test and sustainment activities.
• Lead inspections and audits, investigate incidents, and recommend effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinate the development and maintenance of EHS Management Plans (EHSMPs) aligned with Boeing requirements and international standards.
• Champion and help embed a proactive EHS culture focused on continuous improvement.

What we're looking for

• 5+ years' relevant EHS experience.
• Tertiary qualification in Environment, Health & Safety or a related discipline.
• Deep knowledge of Environmental and Health & Safety legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Energy, passion, strong problem-solving skills and a practical, can-do attitude.
• Able to work autonomously and collaboratively within a high-performance team.

Security requirement

• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

Location

• Townsville, QLD. Hybrid work options available

Why Boeing

• Work with a values-driven team committed to Integrity, Safety, Quality, Customer Focus and Teamwork.
• Make an immediate operational impact supporting sovereign combat aviation capability.
• Access professional development, targeted training and cross-functional collaboration with Defence and industry partners.

How to apply

• Click the application link and include a brief cover letter outlining your EHS experience and a current CV with work history and qualifications.

Join us and be the guardian of safety and sustainability for the AH-64E Apache-help deliver readiness, protect people and advance sovereign aviation capability. Apply today.
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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.
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