Gold Group Ltd
Submarine Safety Consultant
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Submarine Safety Engineer / Consultant
Bristol / Hybrid / WFH
£50,000 - £75,000 depending on experience
UK Citizenship required to meet strict security background checks.
We are seeking motivated Safety Engineers, Submarine Safety Consultants, and Defence Safety Specialists to join growing project teams supporting the UK Defence Nuclear Enterprise.
The role involves delivering high-quality safety consultancy services across complex submarine and defence programmes, helping customers manage risk, maintain compliance, and develop robust safety cases.
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with backgrounds in:
- Defence Safety Engineering
- Nuclear Safety
- Submarine Programmes
- Systems Safety
- Risk & Hazard Analysis
- Engineering Consultancy
Key Responsibilities
- Developing and delivering safety cases and safety documentation
- Facilitating HAZID workshops and risk assessments
- Supporting Defence Nuclear and Submarine programmes
- Advising clients on safety regulations and compliance
- Conducting hazard and risk analysis activities
- Supporting delivery of multiple technical projects
- Building strong customer and stakeholder relationships
Experience Required
- Previous experience working within an engineering consultancy environment
- Experience supporting UK Submarine or Defence programmes
- Knowledge of relevant defence safety regulations and standards, including:
- Defence Safety Authority (DSA)
- Defence Nuclear Safety Regulations
- Naval Authority Certification
- Experience producing safety artefacts, including:
- HAZID facilitation
- Risk assessments
- Safety case development
- Ability to manage and deliver complex technical projects
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Highly Desirable Experience
- Nuclear SQEP
- Experience with safety and risk analysis techniques such as:
- SWIFT
- HAZOP
- FMECA
- FTA
- LOPA
- Independent Safety Auditor or Independent Safety Advisor experience
- Chartered Engineer status (or working towards)
- Degree-qualified in a relevant engineering discipline
- Membership of a relevant professional institution
Skills & Attributes
- Strong communication and technical writing skills
- Professional and adaptable approach
- Ability to work independently and within flexible teams
- Well-organised with strong workload management skills
- Eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (mandatory)
Salary & Benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and growing consultancy offering excellent career development and long-term progression.
Package includes:
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- Competitive salary of £50,000 - £75,000 depending on relevant experience
- Annual performance-related bonus
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Buy/sell holiday scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- Professional membership fees paid
- Ongoing training and development
- Company pension scheme
- Optional private medical insurance
- Life insurance cover
- Recruitment referral bonus scheme
- Bike to Work scheme
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- Safety Engineer jobs
- Defence Safety Engineer vacancies
- Nuclear Safety Consultant roles
- Submarine Safety Engineer jobs
- Systems Safety Engineer opportunities
- Defence consultancy careers
Applications are encouraged from candidates at all levels, including those looking to transition into consultancy or move into the UK Defence sector. Even if this specific opportunity is not quite right, we regularly recruit for similar Safety Engineering positions and would be happy to discuss other opportunities currently available.
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