Principal Engineer (Marine Safety)

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Engineer specializing in Marine Safety and Environmental matters. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant projects while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working. You will provide expert guidance on safety and environmental issues, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in environmental management and a strong background in relevant legislation. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence in safety and environmental practices, where your expertise will make a real impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental protection and management systems.
• Membership of relevant institutions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert safety and environmental support to various projects.
• Manage Safety and Environmental Case documentation effectively.

Skills

Environmental Management System development

Environmental issues and legislation knowledge

MOD Health Safety and Environmental Protection Policy

Technical report writing

Decision-making capability

People management and teamwork

Presentational and analytical skills

Education

Degree in Engineering

HND/HNC in Engineering

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Job Title: Principal Engineer (Marine Safety and Environmental)

Location: Bristol with hybrid working

Salary: £53,000 – £65,000

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

Overview

First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic business that is looking to recruit a Principal Engineer (Marine Safety and Environmental) on a permanent basis. The role is predominantly based in Bristol, with the option of working from home.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The provision of expert professional safety and environmental support to surface ship, submarine, equipment, and commercial projects.
• The provision of governance and assurance to safety and environmental projects as directed by the Head of Department (HoD).
• The provision of expert safety and environmental case input to non-conformances and design changes for specified systems.
• The robust management of the Safety and Environmental Case (SEC) 'body of evidence' to support safety and environmental operation claims within a Safety and Environmental Case Report (SECR).
• Supporting other members of the SEG in developing non-nuclear safety and environmental assessments or cases.
• Providing subject matter advice and support in your specialization to other SEG members.
• Planning and controlling work to meet time, cost, and quality objectives.

Skills and Qualifications

• Substantial experience in an environmental protection role and experience developing an Environmental Management System (e.g., ISO14001 or POEMS compliant).
• Extensive knowledge of environmental issues and legislation.
• Working knowledge of MOD Health Safety and Environmental Protection (HS&EP) Policy and regulations, including ASEMS, POEMS, and JSP standards.
• Knowledge of Defence Standards and Joint Service Publications such as JSP 418 and JSP 00-056.
• Experience with Defence Safety Authority (DSA) Policy and Defence Domain Regulations (e.g., DMR).
• Ability to author technical reports and lead technical meetings.
• Strong presentational, written, analytical, and IT skills.
• Good people management and teamwork skills, with the ability to work independently.
• Decision-making capability within your sphere of responsibility.
• Degree qualification is ideal; HND/HNC in engineering with extensive relevant experience will be considered.
• Membership of relevant institutions (e.g., IEMA, IMechE, RINA, IET, SARS) with Chartered or Incorporated status preferred.
• Qualified Practitioner in ASEMS, POEMS, and IEMA is advantageous.
• Certification such as the Defence Maritime Regulator’s Ship Safety & Environmental Management Training (SEMT) or Ship Safety Management Office (SSMO) Certificate is desirable.