Lead Independent Safety Assessor - Rail Projects

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Independent Safety Assessment Engineer to lead ISA activities for rail projects. The role covers AsBo/ISA delivery under CS, EN ISO17020, and related rail standards, across multiple UK projects, with international elements.

You will engage with clients, authorities and internal teams to shape safety assurance, manage budgets, and support bids. A Chartered Engineer and broad rail safety experience are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience applying Independent Safety Assessment activities as AsBo/ISA per EN ISO17020.
• Knowledge of TSIs, NTSNs, RGS and RIS standards and regulations.
• Experience with hazard/risk analysis (HAZID/HAZOP/FTA) and RAM analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead Independent Safety Assessor for AsBo/ISA projects across rail systems.
• Develop assurance strategies/plans for projects and manage budgets.
• Engage with stakeholders and authorities to shape services and outcomes.
• Support bid writing and pricing to win work.

Skills

Independent Safety Assessment

Rail standards

Hazard analysis

RAM analysis

Stakeholder liaison

Project management

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Independent Safety Assessment Engineer to lead ISA activities for rail projects. The role covers AsBo/ISA delivery under CS, EN ISO17020, and related rail standards, across multiple UK projects, with international elements.

You will engage with clients, authorities and internal teams to shape safety assurance, manage budgets, and support bids. A Chartered Engineer and broad rail safety experience are highly valued.