EOI - Safety Case Engineer

Mott MacDonald; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work atmosphere

Discretionary performance bonuses

Life and salary continuance insurance

Potential extra annual leave

Job summary

Mott MacDonald’s Defence Division in Adelaide is seeking a Safety Case Engineer to support naval nuclear programmes. You will lead safety-case production, regulatory interfaces, and ALARP, HAZOP, and safety assessments on complex projects.

You will join a diverse team with opportunities for career progression in a role requiring security clearance. This is a highly impactful position within Australia’s defence landscape.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology or Engineering.
• Experience in the nuclear or defence industries (or similar high-hazard sectors).
• Chartered Engineer or actively working towards CEng status.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety case production activities and coordinate deliverables for complex naval programmes.
• Support delivery of naval nuclear projects and associated licensing.
• Manage regulatory interfaces and ensure compliance with applicable standards.
• Lead SAFETY analyses including ALARP, HAZOP, and various safety assessments.

Skills

Nuclear safety deliverables

HAZOP & hazard analysis

Regulatory interface

Modifications/Design change

ALARP assessment

Education

Degree in science/engineering

Chartered Engineer or working towards

Job description

Project programme and commercial management

Brilliant people trusted to do brilliant things

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management, and development consultancy. Working together as a global team we plan, design, deliver and maintain the transport, energy, water, buildings, and wider infrastructure that is integral to people’s daily lives. We value excellence in every dimension of our business and continuously seekopportunities to improve what we do and how we do it.

We employ brilliant people who combine their diverse skills and experiences to achieve brilliant things. Whether you want to specialise or broaden your experience, you'll be supported by global specialists eager to share their expertise. With numerous opportunities to learn and grow, the possibilities are as diverse as our people. Working as a connected global team, we deliver impactful projects that shape the future.

Due to strong growth and an exciting pipeline of projects, Mott MacDonald's Defence Division in Adelaide has an exciting opening for a Safety Case Engineer to support the delivery of complex naval nuclear programme. You will be joining a diverse and passionate team with a proven track record delivering major projects across Australia. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team with plenty of opportunities for career progression and the chance to make an impact on the development of the Defence landscape.

For this role you will be expected to demonstrate experience leading efforts within one or more of the following areas:

• Safety Case Production (e.g. SJP, PCSR, PCmSR, PRS)
• Modification/ Design Change Submissions (LC/AC 22)
• Functional Safety Assessment
• Regulatory Interface
• ALARP Assessment
• Safety & Risk Assessment
• Deterministic Safety Assessment
• Probabilistic Safety Assessment
• Nuclear Safety Legislation, Regulation and Policy
• HAZOP and other identification studies
• HAZAN
• Criticality
• Nuclear Fire

About You

• Degree qualified in a Science, Technology or Engineering discipline
• Experience in the nuclear or defence industries (although applicants from other high-hazard industries will be considered)
• Chartered Engineer or working towards
• Ability to demonstrate successful delivery of nuclear safety deliverables and strategy on complex projects
• Willing to develop and mentor more junior members of staff

Please be advised that offers for this role are conditional upon obtaining the appropriate level of Security Clearance. This could be Australian NV1 or UK based SC / DV level clearance.

As a recognised Veteran Employment Supporter and signatory to the Veteran Employment Commitment, we actively encourage applications from current and former Australian Defence Force personnel.

Mott MacDonald celebrates diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, diversity, inclusion, and equity. We welcome diverse applicants, including First Nations People, people with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people of all genders, neurodiversity, cultural backgrounds, age groups, and those with intersectional identities.

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:

• A flexible and agile work atmosphere that caters to your professional journey and life's special moments
• A competitive salary complemented by Discretionary Group and Personal Performance Bonuses for eligible employees
• Comprehensive coverage including life and salary continuance insurance, providing peace of mind during uncertain times
• Opportunities to enhance your work-life balance through the option to purchase extra annual leave
• Employee resource groups including the Inclusive Network for Women, Corporate Social Responsibility and more

Employee Ownership

• Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success.
• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses.
• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long‑term impact and contribution.
• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.

You’ve got this!