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Senior EHS Specialist (Wellcamp Construction Team)

Wellcamp, Queensland Job ID BOE-1905357 Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Jan. 22, 2026
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Location:
Toowoomba Wellcamp
Category:
Business Support
Position Type:
Temporary
Job Reference:
BOE/1905357
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The Opportunity
Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is seeking a Senior EHS Specialist to join the MQ‑28 Ghost Bat Production Facility build at Wellcamp Toowoomba, QLD.

This is a rare opportunity to work on Boeing's first final assembly facility outside North America and help build a state-of-the-art site that will deliver Australia's first military-designed combat aircraft in more than 50 years and redefine how advanced aircraft are made.

In this role you will build something that matters, grow with a high-performing team, and leave a legacy in Australian defence manufacturing


Why this is exciting

  • Be part of a once-in-a-generation mission the MQ-28 is a highly mature, innovative collaborative combat aircraft which is reshaping the future of airpower; you'll gain high-visibility leadership experience and a standout achievement for your career
  • Supervise the build of a state-of-the-art final assembly facility — shaping processes and decisions from day one, influence key milestones, and enjoy competitive reward, relocation support (if applicable), and the opportunity to grow with a long-term, high-impact program.

As a Senior EHS Specialist at Boeing you will:

  • Develop and ensure the implementation and review of project construction and WHS management plans for the MQ-28 Wellcamp facility.
  • Develop and oversee construction project inductions and plant onboarding requirements for all personnel including employees, contractors, and visitors.                                                 
  • Advise and support project leadership on aspects relating to EHS legislative and BDA safety management systems requirements.
  • Establish processes and support project leadership to ensure effective WHS consultation across the project scope.
  • Ensure all WHS legislative and BDA internal requirements related to contractor management are being met.
  • Ensure all project EHS events are reported, investigated and records are maintained.
  • Liaise with project stakeholders (PM, site supervisors, contractors, clients and regulators) to coordinate project safety requirements and resolve EHS issues.
  • Oversee the maintenance of safety records, logs and dashboards (inspections, incidents, training, PPE issuance) and prepare regular safety performance reports for management.
  • Support and provide direction to the operational project EHS specialists in the day-to-day requirements of their role.
  • Develop and maintain a construction project risk register.
  • Ensure the development and approval of Safe Work Method Statements for high-risk construction works and ensure identified controls are correctly implemented.
  • Participate in daily pre-start and other safety meetings
  • Ensure all required safety documentation is established and implemented across the construction project scope i.e. permits, training and education.

Who we're looking for

  • Demonstrated experience in dedicated EHS roles within commercial construction.
  • Tertiary qualifications in EHS.
  • Deep understanding of WHS and environmental codes, legislation and risk management methodologies
  • Strong commitment to maintaining a safe working environment
  • Experience in supplier quality management, audits and corrective action processes.
  • Excellent attention to detail, analytical problem solving and clear documentation skills.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage site teams and stakeholders at all levels.
  • Collaborative mindset, excellent communication skills and a drive to mentor others.
  • Valid Construction White Card
  • Willingness to be based at Wellcamp with occasional travel to suppliers and Boeing sites.

Security requirement

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

Location

  • Wellcamp (Toowoomba Regional Airport), Queensland, Australia
  • This role will commence in May 2026

Contract Length

  • This is a two year fixed term contract commencing in May 2026.

Relocation

Will be considered for the right applicant.

Built on Boeing values — your everyday guide

  • Safety & Quality: Prioritise safety and deliver robust, reliable designs that Defence trusts.
  • Trust: Operate with integrity, transparency and an unwavering commitment to customer priorities.
  • People Focus: Thrive in a collaborative culture that values respect, mentoring and teamwork.
  • Ownership: Take pride in your work and be accountable for delivering excellence across the lifecycle.
  • Innovation: Bring curiosity and creativity to turn technical challenges into capability advantage.

What's in it for you

  • Work on a once-in-a-generation defence program: lead delivery for Boeing's first final assembly facility outside North America and help produce Australia's first military-designed combat aircraft in 50+ years — a standout, high-visibility achievement for your career.
  • Significant leadership opportunity: supervise EHS specialists and contractors, shape processes and decisions from day one, and gain hands-on experience in a complex, high-impact build.
  • Real legacy and impact: contribute to a state-of-the-art facility and a program that will redefine advanced aircraft manufacturing in Australia.
  • Strong safety and values-driven culture: to operate within Boeing's safety-first, integrity-led environment that emphasises quality, ownership and innovation.

Join us and help build something big — a sovereign manufacturing capability, a bold new aircraft program, and the next chapter for Boeing in Australia.


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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