ERS Safety Supervisor

Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Milton Keynes seeks a Hybrid Safety Supervisor to enhance safety in electric power unit assembly. Ideal candidates will possess strong safety knowledge, engineering qualifications, and experience with high voltage systems. This role includes training staff and conducting risk assessments. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including a bonus scheme, healthcare cover, and on-site facilities.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private health care cover

Life assurance scheme

Workplace nursery scheme

Company contributed pension scheme

On site gym & fitness classes

Free daily food allowance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong behavioural safety approach and ability to manage workload independently.
• Vocational or academic qualifications in engineering required.
• Experience with high voltage battery systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support safety culture development and maintenance.
• Deliver safety inductions and training to staff.
• Conduct risk assessments and workplace inspections.

Skills

Strong behavioural safety approach

Ability to manage workload

Experience in high voltage DC battery systems

Technical understanding of electrical systems

Interpret technical drawings

Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook

Education

Vocational/academic qualifications in engineering discipline

Job description

Red Bull Powertrains is a Formula One power unit manufacturing company and the newest addition to the Red Bull Technology Campus in Milton Keynes. Formed in 2021, Red Bull Powertrains is continuously expanding the team of experienced and talented engineers from different backgrounds, all working towards developing a championship winning Power Unit that will comply with 2026 regulations.

Red Bull Powertrains are looking for a ‘Hybrid Safety Supervisor’ to help deliver World Championship winning cars year on year.

Within this opportunity you will support the operation of ERS Assembly Group covering all aspects of hybrid power unit build, use and end of service at the factory. You will meet the highest standards in all areas of safety, quality, commitment and conduct.

Responsibilities of the ‘Hybrid Safety Supervisor’ position:

• You will support the development and maintenance of a Safety Culture within the ERS operation areas, promoting open conversation and idea generation for a safety-first mindset.
• You will develop and deliver staff safety inductions, training and awareness activities whilst supporting the ERS operations team in all aspects of Safety Health & Environment, supporting the team with experience & knowledge.
• Support the ERS operations team with risk assessment reviews, COSHH and work place inspections.
• Supporting the team on fault investigation, with root cause analysis and corrective action.
• Cover all aspects of the ERS assembly with focus on safety, processes and procedures
• Input into the build procedures, engineering change revisions and fault investigations in accordance with Production Control and Technical Operations instructions.
• Assist with other activities deemed appropriate by the Head of PU Operations.
• Become an integral part of the ERS operations team, promoting open discussion and support of all team members throughout the Business.

Competencies expected of this key team member:

• A Strong behavioural safety approach to work and the ability to manage your own workload, operating with limited supervision, acting with initiative.
• Vocational/academic qualifications in an engineering discipline
• Experience in high voltage DC battery systems
• Be able to demonstrate a level of technical understanding of electrical systems.
• Ability to understand and interpret technical drawings and follow technical build processes and procedures.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook to enable operation of internal business systems.

This role requires a dynamic, passionate, and highly motivated individual. A strong team player who works well as an individual to constantly deliver under pressure. The successful candidate will be expected to display a consistent high level of energy and pro-activity to assist Red Bull Powertrains & Red Bull Technology achieve its business objectives.

Not only is this a fantastic role, but it is also a fantastic team to work with here at Red Bull Powertrains. A good salary is just the start, there are many other benefits too such as our bonus scheme, private health care cover, life assurance scheme, workplace nursery scheme, company contributed pension scheme, on site gym & fitness classes, free daily food allowance, and a cycle to work scheme; but above all, the job satisfaction doesn’t get any better than the feeling of making a real contribution to our championship winning grand prix cars.