General Manager - Safety, Wellbeing and Regulatory Compliance OTR Group / Viva Energy
Duane Goodger

Duane Goodger is a values-driven leader passionate about creating safe, engaged, and high-performing workplaces. As General Manager of Safety and Compliance for OTR Group, one of Australia’s largest and most diverse retail and fuel networks, Duane leads a national team focused on embedding a proactive safety culture, simplifying compliance, and empowering people to make safety personal.

With over two decades of experience across operations, risk, and people leadership, Duane brings a pragmatic approach to integrating safety and wellbeing into the everyday fabric of business. He is known for his ability to connect strategy with behaviour — transforming complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable frameworks that protect people and enable business performance.

At OTR Group, Duane has led the development of the company’s Safety Masterclass, modernised its legislative and compliance systems, and championed initiatives that strengthen leadership accountability and cultural alignment across hundreds of sites nationally. His work reflects a deep belief that “safety starts with me” — that culture, care, and compliance go hand in hand.

Duane’s leadership philosophy is grounded in authenticity, curiosity, and continuous improvement. He is passionate about people development and building a work environment where everyone feels seen, supported, and safe.

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Getting Safety Investment Over the Line
Thursday 26 March
10:00 am - 10:45 am
People, Culture & Safety Leadership Summit
Stephanie Graham
Head of Safety and Wellbeing Programs and Functions
Bunnings
Sasha Abram
Health, Safety, & Wellbeing Director
Suntory Beverage & Food Oceania
Louisa Detez
Organisational Psychologist
Aus Psych Services
Leanne Ritchie
Head of Safety & Wellbeing
Bolton Clarke
Duane Goodger
General Manager - Safety, Wellbeing and Regulatory Compliance OTR Group
Viva Energy