Lloyds Register
Fire & Safety Naval Senior Specialist
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Job ID: 41904 Location: Southampton, Hampshire House
Position Category: Design Appraisal
Position Type: Employee Regular
Job Title
Lloyd’s Register
Location: Southampton, UK.
What we’re looking for
As part of supporting the growth, development, and delivery of the global LR Naval Business, we are looking for a fire and safety senior specialist to provide technical services to shipbuilders and designers in the Naval industry for the Naval Authorities, Shipyards, Equipment & Component Manufacturers, Designers, and Acquisition Teams.
The purpose of this role is mainly to perform appraisal of fire and safety documentation for new construction naval ship projects. This is in accordance with the applicable statutory standards and class rules set.
The selected candidate would be based in a UK Technical Support Office (Aberdeen, Bristol, London, or Southampton), part of the LR Global Technical Support Office.
What we offer you
- The opportunity to work for an organization that has a clear sense of purpose, is guided by values, and helps colleagues to develop professionally and personally through our range of people development programs.
- Full-time permanent position.
The role
- You currently hold or are eligible to obtain UK SC security clearance.
- Review and appraise fire and safety plans (e.g. passive fire protection, ventilation & HVAC, fire detection, suppression, fixed fire extinguishing systems, escape, lifesaving appliances, navigation lights) for naval ships, in accordance with the applicable statutory standards (e.g. ANEP 77, DEF STAN code, and IMO SOLAS) and class rules.
- Provide sound Technical and Regulatory guidance to stakeholders during the design and construction phase and during vessel life cycle and participate in meetings or workshops where required.
- Perform appraisals and provide specialist advice related to the fire & safety discipline for service delivery, research, development work, and national or international standards or regulatory bodies within agreed parameters that include budget constraints and contractual requirements.
- Undertake project management where applicable, including monitoring project progress and spend against budget and contract requirements.
- Conduct occasional site visits at various shipyards, client sites, testing laboratories, or production facilities as required to finish projects.
- Report in a timely manner all incidents including near miss and safety observations (NMSO), accidents, and injuries, and raise any health and safety concerns with your line manager.
What you bring
- A degree or equivalent from a tertiary organization, recognized by Lloyd’s Register, and within the relevant field of engineering or physical science (minimum of two years program), or Qualifications from a marine or nautical institution and relevant sea-going experience as a certificated ship’s officer.
- Membership of an appropriate professional institution.
- Working toward Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status.
- Proficiency in English Language commensurate with the work.
- Knowledge of Classification / Certification / Verification and familiarity with Classification Societies (IACS) Rules is preferred.
- Previous experience and/or exposure to fire and safety matters would be essential, specifically in the naval industry or in a technical office.
- Possess agile attitude, effective interpersonal skills, solid analytical skills, and can provide technical, commercial, and people communication.
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You are someone who
- Has a keen attention to detail and enjoys solving complex fire and safety challenges within the maritime industry.
- Thrives in a technical environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality, standards-compliant reviews.
- Is committed to improving safety on board naval ships.
- Communicates effectively with clients, designers, and shipbuilders, offering practical guidance and specialized advice.
- Is comfortable navigating international regulations and class rules—and committed to keep learning.
- Enjoys working on their own while being part of a global, purpose-driven team.
- Is looking to contribute to maritime safety and improve vessel design.
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About us
We are a leading international technical professional service provider and a leader in classification, compliance, and consultancy services to the marine and offshore industry, a trusted advisor to our customers helping to design, construct, and operate their assets to the highest levels of safety and performance. We are shaping the industry’s future through the development of novel and innovative technology for the next generation of assets, while continuing to deliver solutions for our customers every day.
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Lloyd’s Register is wholly owned by the Lloyd’s Register Foundation, a politically and financially independent global charity that aims to engineer a safer world through promoting safety and education. For a thriving ocean economy, Lloyd’s Register colleagues and Lloyd’s Register Foundation work together to fund research, foster industry collaboration, and develop action-oriented solutions to make the world a safer place.
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Here at Lloyd’s Register, we care, we share, and we do the right thing in every situation. It’s ingrained in our culture and everything we do. We are committed and continually strive to lead with our values that empower and enable an inclusive environment conducive to your growth, development, and engagement. It doesn’t matter who you are, what you have experienced, how you identify, how old you are, where you are from, what your beliefs are, or how your brain or body works – the diversity of our colleagues is fundamental to our futures and the changes we can make together. Our inclusive culture allows us to connect together authentically and to be courageous and bold. We don’t just talk about our differences; we celebrate them!
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Diversity and Inclusion at Lloyd's Register
Together we are one Lloyd’s Register, committed to developing an inclusive and safe workplace that embraces and celebrates diversity. We strive to ensure that all applicants to LR experience equality of opportunity and fair treatment, because we believe it is the right thing to do. We hope you do too.
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- Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible.
- Communicating and promoting vacancies offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
- Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required.
- Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
- At least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people.
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