Safety Engineer - Rail

Rullion Managed Services; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rullion Managed Services is seeking an experienced Safety Engineer (Rail) to support a major HS2 programme. You will deliver safety engineering activities across large rail projects, analysing hazards, maintaining safety records, and producing high-quality documentation in collaboration with clients, assessors, and multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires translating technical analysis into clear reports and working with ISA and project stakeholders to meet evolving requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven railway systems safety experience.
• Strong knowledge of Common Safety Methods (CSM) and EN50126.
• Experience producing Safety Cases and safety assurance documentation.
• Hazard identification, hazard analysis, and risk management expertise.
• Structured Hazard Records management.
• Ability to translate technical safety analysis into clear reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hazard identification and hazard analyses for rail projects.
• Produce hazard analysis reports and safety documentation.
• Develop and maintain Safety Cases per railway standards.
• Manage Hazard Records per CSM requirements.
• Support safety assurance throughout project lifecycle.
• Engage with stakeholders to capture and refine client requirements.
• Collaborate with Independent Safety Assurers (ISA) and support assessments.
• Contribute to ETCS and wider railway safety activities.
• Work with ergonomics, operations and engineering teams to mitigate safety risks.
• Adapt existing safety products and approaches to new environments.

Skills

Hazard analysis

CSM EN50126

Safety cases

Stakeholder mgmt

Report writing

Job description

Safety Engineer (Rail)

Location: Chippenham (1 day per week onsite) | Hybrid Working Available

Contract: Minimum 6-Month Contract

Rate: Competitive (DOE)

Start: ASAP

Help Shape the Future of Rail Safety on a Major HS2 Programme

We are seeking an experienced Safety Engineer with a rail industry background to join an exciting and fast-moving programme supporting the delivery of rail related projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a safety professional who thrives in complex railway environments and enjoys working collaboratively with clients, assessors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure robust, compliant safety solutions.

Due to project demands, we are looking for someone who can start at short notice and quickly add value within a developing programme environment.

The Role

As a Safety Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering safety engineering activities across major rail projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and supporting the development of safe and effective railway systems.

You will be responsible for analysing hazards, managing safety records, producing high-quality safety documentation, and working closely with stakeholders to define and deliver client requirements.

A key aspect of the role will involve adapting existing products and safety approaches for application within new operational environments and project contexts.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct hazard identification and hazard analysis activities.
• Produce clear, structured hazard analysis reports and safety documentation.
• Develop and maintain Safety Cases in compliance with railway industry requirements.
• Manage and maintain Hazard Records in line with Common Safety Method (CSM) requirements.
• Support safety assurance activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Engage with multiple stakeholders to capture, understand, and refine client requirements.
• Work closely with Independent Safety Assessors (ISA) and support assessment activities.
• Contribute to safety activities relating to ETCS and wider railway systems.
• Collaborate with ergonomics, operational, and engineering teams to identify and mitigate safety risks.
• Support project teams in applying established products and solutions within new operational environments.

About You

We are particularly interested in candidates with proven railway systems safety experience. While certifications are beneficial, hands-on rail safety expertise is the priority.

Essential Experience

• Demonstrable experience as a Safety Engineer within the rail industry.
• Strong knowledge of CSM (Common Safety Methods) and EN50126.
• Experience producing Safety Cases and safety assurance documentation.
• Proven background in hazard identification, hazard analysis, and risk management.
• Experience managing and maintaining structured Hazard Records.
• Ability to translate technical analysis into clear, concise reports.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Comfortable operating in evolving project environments where requirements may still be developing.

Desirable

• Experience supporting rail programmes or major rail infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of ETCS and signalling-related safety activities.
• Experience working alongside Independent Safety Assessors (ISA).
• Understanding of human factors and ergonomics within railway safety environments.

Location & Working Pattern

Primarily remote with flexibility.

Attendance in Chippenham approximately one day per week.

Additional access to offices in London and Birmingham as required.

Occasional travel may be required based on project needs.

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