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Principal Safety Consultant
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Principal Safety Consultant
Principal Safety Consultant – Rail Engineering & Assurance
About WSP
Ricardo is now a member of WSP. As part of our integration, you may see references to both WSP and Ricardo during the application and interview process.
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About the Role
Are you passionate about advancing safety engineering and assurance in rail? If you’re ready to take on a leadership position, this opportunity is your chance to drive excellence in risk management, mentoring, and groundbreaking projects—all while working alongside top industry talent.
In this Principal Safety Consultant role, you’ll lead high-impact rail engineering projects, using your expertise in standards such as EN50126, EN50129, IEC 61508, and CSM-RA. You’ll provide end-to-end safety assurance, support major infrastructure initiatives like Dublin’s National Train Control Centre, Crewe Hub remodelling, and East Coast Mainline regeneration. Travel isn’t required—deliver projects globally from the UK.
This is also a platform for leadership growth: develop proposals, nurture client relationships, and foster collaboration in a dynamic team setting. We seek to support diverse career paths and are open to applicants at various experience levels who can align their expertise with the role.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead complex rail safety engineering and assurance across engineering projects, applying certified standards (e.g., EN50126/50129, CSM-RA).
- Bid for, win, and successfully deliver high-complexity rail projects, aligning outcomes with client objectives.
- Develop safety assurance strategies, approvals, and risk assessments for major UK infrastructure ventures.
- Provide CSM and regulatory support for station renovations and other project phases.
- Innovate safety frameworks for cutting-edge rail systems (high-speed points, axle counters, signalling).
- Collaborate across global markets (Australia, US, Canada, Asia, Middle East) without requiring travel.
- Manage multi-project workloads with agility while maintaining productivity and project quality.
- Lead client workshops and stakeholder consultations to drive engagement and behaviours.
Your Contribution
All applications are considered; flexible and creative expertise is highly encouraged.
Essential
- Demonstrated history in delivering rail safety engineering/assurance services aligned with key frameworks.
- Deep knowledge of risk management, systems engineering, or safety engineering.
- Experience in major rail infrastructure projects, ideally in consultation or multi-national markets.
- Exceptional organisation and prioritisation skills with a ability to interact with diverse stakeholders.
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Why WSP?
At WSP, you don’t just work—you ** carbide a career enriched with learning, growth, and opportunity.** Our support includes:
Work-Life Balance
- Hybrid work arrangements allowing 2 days remote per week with UK office presence for flexibility.
- Flexible leave and optional paid bank holidays tailored to your lifestyle.
Inclusivity & Belonging
- Progress through role-specific growth programs (training, mentorship, Chartered Engineer education).
- Diverse ERGs promoting cultural exchange and equality, backed by firmwide prodiversity values.
Health & Wellbeing
- Virtual GP service with on-demand access to medical advice.
- Workplace accommodations tailored to your needs, supplemented by a £40$-off per year Gymflex scheme and a package supporting menopausal transitions.
Career Development
Enjoy a learner-centric culture with ongoing encouragement to expand skills and achieve accreditation.
Our Commitment
WSP values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We recognize everyone’s contributions on their own terms—regardless of race, disability, age, gender, or orientation. As a Disability Confident leader, we guarantee interviews for all qualified disabled applicants and will support reasonable workplace adjustments. Apply today.
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