Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser
Up to £51,000 DOE + Car/Car Allowance
DX | Midlands Based
Reporting to: Safety, Health, and Environment Director
Turn your dangerous goods expertise into practical improvements across the DX network. We're looking for a qualified Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser to support safe, compliant operations and help our teams put complex requirements into practice. You'll combine technical advice with hands-on assurance, working with operational leaders, SHE, compliance and training teams to strengthen standards across our business.
About DX DX provides parcel freight, secure, courier and logistics services to businesses and residential customers across the UK and Ireland through DX Freight, DX Express and DX Logistics. Our approach is straightforward: Deliver Exactly to our customers' requirements. Our people are central to making that happen.
The role · Act as DX's appointed DGSA, advising on ADR, UK dangerous goods legislation and practical operational controls.
· Carry out site audits, inspections and assurance reviews throughout the network, helping teams identify and manage dangerous goods risks.
· Develop and maintain policies, procedures and guidance covering classification, packaging, marking, labelling, segregation, documentation and transport requirements.
· Investigate incidents and near misses, identify root causes and monitor corrective actions.
· Prepare statutory DGSA annual reports and provide management with clear compliance insights and assurance.
· Support customers, regulators and external auditors, and advise on new dangerous goods services and operational processes.
· Work with SHE, Operations and Training colleagues to develop awareness and competency programmes and respond to legislative developments.
What you'll bring · A valid Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser qualification for road transport (ADR).
· At least three years' experience in a DGSA, dangerous goods compliance or operational dangerous goods management role.
· Strong working knowledge of ADR and UK Carriage of Dangerous Goods legislation, including classification, packaging, marking, labelling and documentation requirements.
· Experience of audits, inspections, incident investigations and implementing corrective actions.
· A background supporting operational teams in logistics, transport, freight, distribution or supply chain environments.
· The ability to translate legislation into workable controls, analyse compliance trends and present clear reports to management.
· Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with a pragmatic, organised approach and the confidence to influence operational leaders.
· A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the DX network.
Experience with the IMDG Code, IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations, dangerous goods warehousing and storage, multi-site logistics operations or regulatory inspections would be advantageous, as would a qualification or experience in Health, Safety and Environmental management.
Working arrangements This is a national role involving site visits across the DX network. You'll generally work normal business hours, with occasional flexibility required outside these hours to support operational activities, investigations and urgent compliance matters. Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a criminal records check where applicable.
Ready to bring your expertise to DX? Apply for our Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser opportunity and help strengthen safe, compliant operations across our network. DX is committed to equality of opportunity for all.
Benefits:
Competitive Rates of Pay
Company Funded Health Cash Plan
Holidays: 25 days increasing with length of service + bank holidays
Long Service Recognition scheme
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity
Company Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Employee Assistance programme including 24/7 Virtual GP
DX Discounts Portal
Excellent opportunities for career progression and more!! We look forward to hearing from you! TPBN1_UKTJ
Vacancy posted 10 days ago
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