Safety Case Engineer

First Recruitment Group; Broadland; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Safety Case / COMAH Engineer in Broadland, UK, to develop and manage Safety Cases for Offshore and Onshore operations. This full-time, office-based role requires significant experience in the Oil & Gas industry, strong communication, and detailed knowledge of safety regulations. Attractive benefits including a competitive salary and private medical insurance are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary with discretionary bonus

Private Medical Insurance & Dental Cover

Flexible Benefit Allowance

Life Assurance and excellent Pension Provision

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in UKCS Offshore Oil & Gas or top-tier COMAH sites.
• In-depth understanding of Safety Case and COMAH regulations.
• Experience with QRA and Safety Case report writing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and submit SC/CSR documentation to the regulatory agency.
• Coordinate SC/CSR material change submissions.
• Ensure hazard management information remains valid.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented

Stakeholder influence

Education

Higher technical qualification in engineering

Job description

Overview

Safety Case / COMAH Engineer – Location: Norwich, UK. Employment Type: Staff Position. Salary: Competitive. We are seeking an experienced Safety Case / COMAH Engineer to join our expanding Licence to Operate team. This is a key role responsible for the development, maintenance, and submission of Offshore Safety Cases (SC) and Onshore COMAH Safety Reports (CSR) in support of Southern North Sea (SNS) operations. This is a full-time, office-based position in Norwich, working Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and submit SC/CSR documentation to the regulatory agency.
• Coordinate all SC/CSR material change submissions and gather inputs from stakeholders.
• Assess materiality of changes and associated risk impacts.
• Ensure hazard management information, including QRA data, remains valid and up to date.
• Maintain accuracy of SC/CSR content through collaboration with Performance Standard Owners, Operations, and Project Teams.
• Attend Management of Change meetings and manage SC/CSR updates accordingly.
• Coordinate workforce and independent verification body engagement for SC/CSR updates.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies on SC/CSR matters and ensure compliance with legislative changes.
• Manage the 5-yearly SC/CSR thorough review programme and maintain associated registers and commitments.
• Support QSHE plans, improvement programs, and ensure statutory deadlines are met.

Qualifications & Experience

• Higher technical qualification, ideally in engineering (other disciplines considered).
• Chartered Engineer status desirable but not essential.
• 10+ years' experience in UKCS Offshore Oil & Gas, top-tier COMAH sites, or with the Competent Authority.
• In-depth understanding of Safety Case and COMAH regulations and supporting legislation (e.g., PFEER, DSEAR).
• Experience with QRA, Safety Case report writing, and multi-discipline team collaboration.
• Knowledge of planning, cost control, and document management processes.
• Previous work with the Competent Authority and project management experience desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Strong communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Able to work autonomously and collaboratively.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and efficient under pressure.
• Team player with excellent problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
• Private Medical Insurance & Dental Cover
• Flexible Benefit Allowance
• Life Assurance and excellent Pension Provision
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Flex Days and Profit Units Sharing Scheme

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Safety Professionals looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.