About the Role

We are currently growing our Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) team and are seeking an EHS Specialist to drive consistent and continuous improvement in EHS practices at our Tullamarine facility. The successful candidate will provide daily support to the site EHS leadership team and all employees, maintaining and implementing PPG EHS policies to comply with the applicable local regulatory and company requirements. The role will be based on‑site at Tullamarine, but some travel to support other PPG locations will be required. This position is well suited to candidates who have graduated within the last 2–3 years and are eager to progress their career in a global organization.

Key Responsibilities

- Support the Tullamarine site to complete regular gap assessments, highlighting actual or potential non‑compliances, and follow up corrective and preventive action plans
- Support the implementation of the site’s EHS policies, procedures and risk management strategies, while liaising with the Senior Leadership Team and various stakeholders
- Support the development of annual EHS work plans and KPIs
- Facilitate and support root‑cause incident investigations at the site as required
- Facilitate and support risk assessments at the site as required
- Actively participate in the development of annual EHS work plans and KPIs for the various commercial activities in the ANZ region

Skills and Experience

- Tertiary qualification in OHS, Engineering or in Science (Mechanical,



Chemical or Environmental will be an advantage)
- Ideally suited to a candidate who has graduated in the last 2–3 years
- Strong influencing and effective communication skills to interact with management, shop‑floor personnel, regulatory agencies, external contractors and emergency services
- Practical industry experience in EHS disciplines is required
- A working knowledge of relevant Acts, including the OHS Act, Environment Protection Act, Regulations and Codes of Practice
- Experience in a manufacturing industry will be an advantage

What We Offer

- A close-knit team on‑site with opportunities to gain exposure across additional PPG facilities
- Opportunities for development and long‑term career progression
- Performance‑based incentive schemes
- Access to corporate discounts, including WhereFit, that provide wellness benefits to our employees
- Give back to local communities through the PPG Colourful Communities program
- PPG Recognition programs
- Generous discounts on PPG products through our company‑owned store network

Equal Opportunity Statement

PPG provides equal prospect to all candidates and employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you require assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email .

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📌 EHS Specialist (City of Hume)
🏢 Ppg
📍 City of Hume