Safety Engineer

The Engineer UK; Poole; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A lifesaving organization in Poole is seeking an experienced Safety Engineer to ensure the safety and compliance of all floating assets. The ideal candidate will have experience in safety case framework development and managing regulatory compliance, alongside strong communication skills. Competitive benefits include flexible working, substantial annual leave, and a robust pension scheme.

Benefits

Flexible working

26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Outstanding pension scheme

Life assurance

Health and dental cash plan

Qualifications

• Experience in the implementation of a safety case framework.
• Formal training as a safety engineer or relevant experience.
• Experience in managing regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and compliance of all RNLI floating assets.
• Engage with certifying authorities on safety matters.

Skills

Ownership of safety case development

Managing senior stakeholders

Strong communication skills

Development of Safety Cases

Education

Accredited engineering or safety management qualification

Job description

About The Job

About us. Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue. We are seeking an experienced Safety Engineer to join our Engineering team, responsible for the safety and compliance of all RNLI floating assets (boats and equipment).

We are looking for someone with experience in the implementation of a safety case framework or methodology, development of process and procedure and responsibility for development of safety cases. Experience in the management of regulatory compliance, in particular engaging with certifying authorities would be ideal.

About You

We are looking for a motivated individual with a dynamic approach to your work. You\'ll demonstrate a passion for Engineering and a commitment to saving lives at sea. To be considered, you should have:

• Experience in the ownership and development of safety case and the framework for the management of safety cases
• Experience managing senior stakeholders, including duty holders
• Formal training as a safety engineer or experience working as such
• Accredited engineering or safety management qualification (or equivalent)
• Strong communication skills
• Experience in the development of Safety Cases and management of design intent

Desirable

• Engineering compliance experience, preferably in the Workboat Code or Irish Coastguard requirements and guidance
• Experience in the development of regulation
• Risk management training (IOSH or equivalent)
• Experience in designing or operating SAR vessels
• Experience in marine design and engineering environments
• Chartered or Fellow Engineer registration with the Engineering Council
• Significant experience working at Senior or Principal level in a related engineering discipline
• Experience in certification through class society or flag and development of codes, standards or regulations

Some of the benefits

• Flexible working
• 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Outstanding pension scheme (contributions of up to 16% of basic salary)
• Life assurance
• Health and dental cash plan

Find out more and apply today by visiting our jobs page.

Applications are being considered on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to submit yours as early as possible.

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.