Product Safety Manager

Thales; Templecombe; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a Product Safety Manager to oversee safety engineering for unmanned vehicle systems. The ideal candidate has deep knowledge in safety management processes and experience in safety-critical fields. Responsibilities include leading safety activities, coordinating with clients, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This position requires SC clearance, with opportunities for mentorship and professional development.

Benefits

Bonuses

Pension contributions

Private healthcare

Relocation support

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of Safety Management Processes and experience in Safety Engineering activities.
• Experience with hazard identification, assessment techniques, and hazard log systems.
• Knowledge of environmental, material, and safety legislation and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety engineering activities for UWS projects, ensuring timely delivery of safety artefacts.
• Act as the main safety expertise contact for projects.
• Coordinate safety-related activities with customer representatives.

Skills

Safety Management Processes

Hazard identification

Environmental legislation

Functional Safety knowledge

Job description

Product Safety Manager

Location: Cheadle

Thales Underwater Systems covers a broad portfolio of engineering challenges, working at the forefront of remotely operated unmanned vehicles for maritime and naval operations, the introduction of new sonar capabilities to surface and submarine platforms worldwide, and support for all Thales in-service sonar systems.

We are currently recruiting for a Product Safety Manager to lead safety engineering tasks for major projects, including autonomous system developments and naval programmes.

Responsibilities

1. Lead safety engineering activities for UWS projects, ensuring timely delivery of safety artefacts and requirements.
2. Act as the main safety expertise contact, supporting the Project Design Authority and engineering teams.
3. Coordinate safety-related activities with customer representatives.
4. Ensure safety management aligns with Thales processes and customer requirements, including standards like Def Stan 00-056 or MIL STD 882.
5. Raise concerns about product safety or policy application and lead investigations to resolve issues.
6. Support the UWS Safety Assurance Manager and Safety Authority to ensure project safety.

Experience and Skills Required

1. Deep knowledge of Safety Management Processes and experience in Safety Engineering activities.
2. Experience with hazard identification, assessment techniques, and hazard log systems.
3. Knowledge of environmental, material, and safety legislation and standards.
4. Experience in the Defence domain or similar safety-critical fields is desirable.
5. Knowledge of Functional and/or Software Safety, with familiarity with Def Stan 00-055 or IEC 61508, is advantageous.
6. Understanding of engineering lifecycle management.

Security Clearance

This role requires SC Clearance. Candidates should be prepared to undergo and maintain SC Clearance, with residence in the UK for the last 5 years generally required.

Further details can be found on the UKSV website.

What We Offer

We provide opportunities for growth, training, mentorship, and internal advancement. Our benefits include bonuses, pension contributions, private healthcare, development targets, and relocation support if needed. We also support academic and professional memberships.

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process, providing reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities or neuro-diversity. Contact our recruitment team for assistance or alternative formats.

Apply now to start your journey with Thales!