Defence Safety Engineer Assistant – SC Cleared, Hybrid

Evodia Limited; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

Evodia Limited is seeking an SC-cleared Assistant Safety Engineer to support UK defence projects. The role is based at MOD Abbeywood, Bristol, with hybrid working requiring 3–4 days onsite per week.

It is a long-term contract until 31 March 2027, starting immediately, paying up to £440 per day inside IR35. The successful candidate will develop safety requirements for Naval subsystems, provide technical advisory and ensure regulatory compliance in a highly regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics qualification at RQF Level 4 or higher.
• Experience delivering safety systems in complex environments (Defence or Military preferred).
• Registered with EngTech or RSciTech, or possess an RQF Level 6+ degree in a related discipline.
• Familiar with safety legislation, regulation, standards and safety management in highly regulated industries.
• Naval domain experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage technical safety requirements and documentation for subsystems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and legislation.
• Support Safety Management Systems and hazard analysis, risk evaluation, and mitigation activities.
• Provide expert safety advice during design, testing, verification, and validation processes.
• Manage safety-related contractual activities and oversee safety performance within projects.
• Assist in safe decommissioning and disposal of equipment, ensuring environmental and safety standards are maintained.
• Contribute to ongoing safety policy and process development to meet Defence standards and best practices.

Skills

Technical safety

Regulatory compliance

Hazard analysis

Safety management

Advisory experience

Education

RQF Level 4+ (HNC or above)

Job description

Evodia Limited is seeking an SC-cleared Assistant Safety Engineer to support UK defence projects. The role is based at MOD Abbeywood, Bristol, with hybrid working requiring 3–4 days onsite per week.

It is a long-term contract until 31 March 2027, starting immediately, paying up to £440 per day inside IR35. The successful candidate will develop safety requirements for Naval subsystems, provide technical advisory and ensure regulatory compliance in a highly regulated environment.