Graduate Rotational Engineer – HSE Trainee

About the role

Join AkzoNobel’s Graduate HSE Trainee program and rotate across manufacturing, logistics and distribution sites in Australia. You will work alongside experienced HSE professionals to support the implementation and continuous improvement of the company’s health, safety and environment management system.

Key responsibilities

• Support implementation and improvement of HSE management systems across plants, warehouses and distribution centres.
• Assist sites in maintaining compliance with company standards, Australian legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in HSE audits, inspections, compliance reviews and manage corrective actions.
• Conduct workplace risk assessments, hazard identification and root‑cause investigations of incidents, near‑misses and unsafe conditions.
• Promote proactive safety behaviours and support contractor safety management and permit‑to‑work processes.
• Provide HSE support to manufacturing facilities, logistics operations and transport activities.

Required profile

• Recent graduate or final‑year student interested in health, safety and environment.
• Strong analytical mindset with ability to follow structured processes.
• Willingness to work on‑site across multiple locations in Australia.

Required skills

• Risk assessment and hazard identification.
• Root‑cause analysis and incident investigation.
• HSE audit and compliance review.
• Understanding of Australian HSE legislation.

What we offer

• Structured development pathway with exposure to several operational sites.
• Mentoring from senior HSE professionals and leadership opportunities.
• Foundation for a long‑term career in health, safety and environment.