Principal Safety Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in transport innovation is seeking a Principal Safety Consultant to manage complex safety projects across various sectors. This role involves leading teams, ensuring compliance, and engaging with clients to deliver impactful consultancy. Flexible working options are available, along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Matched pension

Healthcare cashback scheme

Income protection

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport safety.
• Deep knowledge of vehicle safety frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary safety projects from strategy to delivery.
• Develop and oversee safety frameworks and audits.

Skills

Project Leadership

Communication

Client Engagement

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers (MICE)

Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)

Job description

Location

UK Wide

Vacancy Type

Permanent

Working Pattern

Full Time / Flexible

Job Advert

TRL, a global leader in transport innovation, is seeking a Principal Safety Consultant to lead the delivery of complex safety projects across highways, public transport, and urban mobility. This is a senior, hands-on role focused on delivering high-impact consultancy for commercial and government clients.

What you’ll do:

1. Lead multi-disciplinary safety projects from strategy to delivery
2. Develop and oversee safety frameworks, audits, and training initiatives
3. Ensure quality assurance and compliance with relevant standards
4. Engage clients and stakeholders, translating needs into actionable plans
5. Mentor junior staff and support business development efforts

What we’re looking for:

1. Proven experience in transport safety
2. Deep knowledge of vehicle safety frameworks and risk-based decision-making
3. Strong project leadership, communication, and client engagement skills
4. Experience with public sector clients and transport agencies
5. Chartered or professionally qualified (e.g., CEng, MICE, IOSH) preferred

Why TRL?

• Competitive salary & 25 days holiday
• Matched pension, healthcare cashback scheme, and income protection
• Professional development support
• Flexible, hybrid, and part-time working options

Join us to shape the future of safe, sustainable transport and apply today.

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Created on 17/05/2025 by TN United Kingdom