SHEQ Advisor

SHEQ Advisor

Location: East Arms, Darwin NT

Work Type: Full Time

Job Family: SHEQ  

Vopak helps the world flow forward. We store the energy of today and tomorrow. But behind our impressive terminals and tanks, it is our people who make the difference.Guided by our culture ofTrust, Collaboration, and Courage, we focus on creating an impact that brings the opportunity to grow and to make a real difference. Asthe SHEQ Advisoryou will be operating as a critical individual contributor and internalSolution Partner, you will actively bridge the gap between world-class safety architecture and real-world execution you will spend your days working side-by-side with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to deliver practical compliance, hazard mitigation, and active operational risk management.

Your Mission

Vopak Terminals Australia we connect world-scale energy and chemical infrastructure to the global supply chain. Our Darwin terminal is a critical, asset-intensive portfolio—meaning every process you optimise, every risk assessment you shape, and every safety standard you verify directly safeguards our frontline operators, maritime transport channels, and the surrounding Darwin community. We are seeking a practical, site-first safety professional looking to test and elevate your technical capabilities within a high-stakes, process-orientedMajor Hazard Facility (MHF) environment, you just found your next move.

What will you be doing?

• Field-Driven Leadership: Conduct terminal safety walkarounds and technical inspections, turning observation trends into sharp corrective actions through direct frontline engagement.
• High-Value Risk Mitigation: Partner with technical job owners to build and support robust Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS).
• System Integrity & Tech: Act as the system champion for the Vopak Integrated Management System; leveraging advanced compliance software and automated data control tools to keep our registers error-free.
• Audit & Continuous Process Improvement: Prepare individual audit plans, execute analytical fieldwork, and actively update localised SHEQ procedures to optimise terminal workflows.
• Culture & Capability: Facilitate our WHSE committee workshops, coordinate emergency response simulations, and support targeted return-to-work / injury recovery paths.

Why you’ll love working with us?

We believe in taking care of the people who keep our terminals safe. When you join our team, you'll enjoy a culture that values reward, lifestyle, and team connection.

Financial Flexibility: Access toNovated Leasing packages to maximize your take-home value.

Health & Wellbeing: Full access to our comprehensiveEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family.

Social & Team Culture: A trulyinnovative and fun environment featuring regular team lunches, a highly collaborative atmosphere, and social milestone celebrations.

Growth & Progression:Professional Development and training programs to continuously stretch your technical toolkit.

Workplace Balance: Enjoy a highly stableworkweek that respects your lifestyle inside and outside the gate.

Does this sound like you?

• The Track Record: 3 to 5 years of solid, operational experience as a dedicated health, safety, and environment practitioner.
• The Environment: Prior tenure inside a Major Hazard Facility (MHF), chemical refinery, utilities grid, or bulk liquid fuel storage asset network is highly prioritised.
• The Mindset: A self-starting specialist comfortable managing independent site workloads, tracking data trends, and remaining steady during complex terminal scenarios.
• The Credentials: A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering is highly preferred. A Certificate IV or Diploma in WHS is required (or a committed drive to rapidly acquire one).
• Value Adds: Experience as a certified Return-to-Work Coordinator or holding a Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (TAE) will give you an immediate edge.

What energy will you bring?We’d love to meet you!

Together, we help the world flow forward. Apply directly via our website.

At Vopak we are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong. To support this, we have Inclusion, Diversity and Equity initiatives to develop an inclusive culture.

Vopak is an equal opportunity employer. Everyone is different, and the differences in people allow us to match our ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. That's why we are curious about who you are!