Principal Rail Safety Consultant - Certification & Assurance

WSP in the UK & Ireland; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Hybrid working

Flexible working options

Health and wellbeing programs

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is looking for a Principal Safety Consultant to lead safety engineering and assurance services for rail projects. This role involves mentoring junior consultants, managing complex safety projects, and supporting business development efforts. Ideal candidates should have a civil engineering background and substantial experience in major rail infrastructure projects in the UK. The position offers a hybrid working model and a vibrant work culture focused on inclusivity and personal development.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering safety engineering and assurance services to rail projects.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple activities.
• Background in risk management and systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety engineering and assurance services for rail engineering projects.
• Contribute to safety assurance management for major infrastructure projects.
• Support business development by writing proposals and enhancing client relations.

Skills

Safety engineering

Risk management

Systems engineering

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Education

Civil engineering background

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is looking for a Principal Safety Consultant to lead safety engineering and assurance services for rail projects. This role involves mentoring junior consultants, managing complex safety projects, and supporting business development efforts. Ideal candidates should have a civil engineering background and substantial experience in major rail infrastructure projects in the UK. The position offers a hybrid working model and a vibrant work culture focused on inclusivity and personal development.