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SHE Lead Advisor
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SHE Lead Advisor
SHE Lead Advisor
Job Title: SHE Lead Advisor
Location: Govan or Scotstoun, 4.5 days per week onsite, Friday half-day.
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.
Salary: Up to £49,500, dependent on skills and experience.
Who We Are
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace, and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
Job Description
As SHE Lead Advisor for Naval Ships, you will lead the hands-on delivery of Safety, Health, and Environmental arrangements across complex shipbuilding and support programmes. Working closely with project teams, contractors, and operational staff, you will:
- Implement SHE plans
- Carry out assurance activities
- Actively manage risk in dynamic environments
You will provide visible, inclusive leadership throughout build, integration, test, and trials, ensuring safe systems of work are followed and issues are resolved quickly. This role directly safeguards people, assets, and programme milestones, enabling Naval Ship projects to be delivered safely, compliantly, and efficiently.
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Core Duties
- Support the development, maintenance, and deployment of SHE management systems, including objectives, processes, and assurance
- Provide clear, competent SHE advice to leaders to enable effective and inclusive risk management
- Take lead on requirements to improve SHE performance, including implementing policies, objectives, and robust risk controls
- Contribute to innovative SHE change programmes that strengthen risk management and embed continuous improvement
- Deliver assurance to confirm compliance with legal requirements, the Operational Framework, and SHE Management Systems
Essential Skills
- Hold a QCF/NQF Level 5 or higher SHE qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Diploma, an honours degree in Safety, Health, or Environmental practice, or an equivalent accredited qualification)
- Demonstrate considerable influencing skills to help operationalise, integrate, and deliver processes, projects, and organisational change
- Apply inclusive communication and collaboration to embed effective SHE practices across diverse teams and environments
The SHE Technical Services Team
You will join a highly skilled, collaborative SHE community supporting some of the UK’s most critical Naval Ship programmes. Working alongside engineers, project leaders, and delivery partners, the team combines deep technical knowledge with a pragmatic, enablement-focused approach to safety, health, and the environment.
Why BAE Systems?
Here, you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning, meaningful work, you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to your needs, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, and a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.
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A Place Where Everyone Can Thrive
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace, where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthens our teams and drives the work we do.
Important Security & Vetting Information
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to:
- Security restrictions
- Export control restrictions
These restrictions may impact eligibility based on:
- Nationality
- Your place of birth
- Any previous nationalities held
All applicants must achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles require higher levels of National Security Vetting, typically requiring 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK to allow for meaningful security checks.
Closing Date
9th July 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. For this reason, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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