Safety Engineer

Gold Group Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in UK Defence Industry is seeking a Product Safety Engineer for an early-career role in Coventry. The position offers the chance to support safety assurance and develop safety documentation in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates should have a STEM degree, an interest in safety challenges, and the ability to interpret technical data. The role includes a competitive salary of £30,000 - £40,000, flexible working, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Pension schemes

Health plans

Lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• A degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or equivalent.
• A keen interest in product environments and safety challenges.
• The ability to interpret technical data.
• A curious mindset and a proactive approach to learning.

Responsibilities

• Supporting safety reviews and assurance tasks.
• Assisting in the creation and management of Safety Management Plans.
• Gaining hands‑on experience with Safety Case, Quality, and HS&E systems.
• Participating in hazard and risk assessments.
• Helping define and manage safety requirements.
• Contributing to the development of training materials.

Skills

Interest in product environments

Ability to interpret technical data

Proactive approach to learning

Education

Degree in STEM discipline

Job description

Sector: Safety Type: Permanent

Contact: Ian Cowx Job Published: 1 day ago

Product Safety Engineer - Early Career Role (UK Citizens required due to the military nature of the work)

On behalf of our client, a leading organisation in UK Defence Industry we are seeking passionate and driven individuals to join their team as Product Safety Engineers. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals looking to develop their expertise in a supportive and innovative environment.

If you have a STEM background / education and are looking for an interesting, challenging and secure role in the Midlands this is a position you must consider.

About the Role

As a Product Safety Engineer, you'll play a key role in supporting safety assurance activities and contributing to the development of robust safety documentation. You'll be involved in:

• Supporting safety reviews and assurance tasks
• Assisting in the creation and management of Safety Management Plans
• Gaining hands‑on experience with Safety Case, Quality, and HS&E systems
• Participating in hazard and risk assessments
• Helping define and manage safety requirements
• Contributing to the development of training materials

Candidate Profile

We're looking for individuals who are eager to learn and grow. Ideal candidates will have:

• A degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) or equivalent
• A keen interest in product environments and safety challenges
• The ability to interpret technical data
• A curious mindset and a proactive approach to learning

Why This Role?

Our client offers a competitive salary range of £30,000 - £40,000, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension schemes, health plans, and lifestyle discounts.

This is a fantastic opportunity to launch a rewarding career in product safety with a company that values innovation, learning, and professional growth.

Interested? Apply now to take the next step in your engineering career and become part of a team making a real impact.