Principal Safety Consultant (Safety Assurance & Certification - Civils) - Rail & Transit

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

Role overview

What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can grow and do what matters to you. Our global reach provides opportunities to work with diverse, talented individuals and expand your horizons.

The Role

We are looking for a Principal Safety Consultant to join our team. If you are aiming to progress in your career and embrace a leadership position, this is a great opportunity. In this role, you will lead safety engineering and assurance services for rail engineering projects. Your expertise will contribute to the enhancement of safety protocols, risk assessment methodologies, and overall project quality. You will mentor and guide junior consultants to foster their growth. Applicants with varying levels of experience in the listed capabilities are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading complex rail safety engineering and assurance services to engineering projects, applying methods and tools aligned with key standards such as EN50126, EN50129, IEC 61508, CSM-RA and/or the Railways Interoperability Regulations (RIR).
• Leading certification and authorisation projects, such as new railway stations, through the assessment of National Technical Specification Notices (NTSNs), Infrastructure and PRM, and National Technical Rules (NTRs), such as GIRT7020 and GIRT7073.
• Leading the bidding, winning, and successful delivery of complex, commercially viable projects, collaborating with clients to understand their objectives and desired outcomes.
• Contributing to a diverse range of projects, including safety assurance management, safety approvals, and CSM work for major infrastructure projects such as the National Train Control Centre in Dublin, Crewe Hub remodelling, and East Coast Mainline.
• Providing support to contractors in completing CSM and approvals for station and civils works.
• Working on global projects spanning Australia, the US, Canada, Asia and the Middle East. You can contribute to these projects from the UK, without the necessity of travel.
• Demonstrating flexibility by effectively managing multiple activities and proactively balancing workload across different projects and customers.
• Leading interactive workshops with clients and stakeholders.

Key Competencies And Experience

• Experience in delivering safety engineering and assurance services to rail projects, utilising methods and tools aligned with standards such as CSM-RA and RIR.
• Background in risk management, systems engineering, safety engineering and/or interoperability.
• Ideally with a civil engineering background.
• Prior experience in major rail infrastructure projects is highly desirable, especially if gained within the UK or consultancy sector.
• Experience in railway stations projects, track and civils works, gauging and structures assessments.
• Exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities and proactively prioritise workload.
• Support business development efforts by writing proposals, developing client relationships, and engaging with industry stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Experience in cyber security is welcome; this skill is not pertinent to this role.

Application notes

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

About Us and benefits

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. Our benefits include work-life balance, hybrid working, inclusivity and belonging, health and wellbeing programs, and flexible working options. We offer development opportunities, mentoring, and Chartership support. This section reflects information about the company culture and benefits as part of the job description.

EEO statement Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and will provide workplace adjustments on request.