🚀 Safety Consultant

Safety Consultant UK - Defence (Maritime) Bristol UK Citizenship required.

Overview

Looking for your next career step in Maritime Safety Engineering ?

A well established succesful defence consultancy is recruiting for experienced Maritime Safety Consultants to join its expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile UK defence surface ship safety projects , providing expertise in safety management, risk assessments, and regulatory compliance.
Whether you are an experienced consultant or transitioning directly from the Military, this role offers long-term career prospects in a supportive and flexible consultancy environment.

Key Benefits

• Competitive salary + annual bonus (performance & company profits)
• Flexible hybrid working (home, office, and client site)
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (with buy/sell options)
• Company pension scheme & life assurance cover
• Private medical insurance (optional, post-probation)
• Paid membership to a relevant professional institution
• Comprehensive training & career development support

Role Requirements

Essential Experience

• Minimum 4 years working in UK defence surface ships (consultancy or Armed Forces background considered)
• In-depth knowledge of DSA02-DMR and Def Stan 00-056 safety standards
• Proven track record in managing and delivering technical safety projects (single or multiple)
• Experience supporting bids and business development activity
• Strong communication, professionalism, and client-facing skills
• Highly organised, capable of working independently (including remotely)
• Must be eligible to obtain UK security clearance
  

Highly Desirable Skills

• Experience using safety and risk analysis techniques such as SWIFT, HAZOP, FMECA, FTA, LOPA
• Background in autonomous platforms and naval technology
• Client relationship management & securing enduring contracts
• Experience leading or managing small teams
• Degree qualified
• Chartered Engineer or member of a recognised professional institution
  

Why Apply for This Maritime Safety Consultant Role?

• Join a leading consultancy delivering surface ship safety consultancy services to the UK defence sector
• Work on cutting-edge maritime engineering and defence safety projects
• Enjoy hybrid working and strong career development pathways
• Be part of an employee-owned business where you directly influence success
  

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