SC Cleared Senior Safety Engineer – Defence Programs

Evodia Limited; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Evodia Limited is seeking an experienced Senior Safety Engineer to support UK defence programmes across Maritime, Air, Land and Weapons systems. Hybrid role with site travel to Abbey Wood and other UK defence establishments, focusing on SMS, hazard logs, safety cases and risk assessments.

The initial contract is 3–5 months with potential extensions. Day rate up to £600 inside IR35; ideal candidate has SC clearance and a strong defence safety background.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in safety engineering or safety management within defence or safety-critical environments.
• Hands-on background in hazard analysis, safety risk assessments, and safety case development.
• Experience working within complex engineering environments and supporting safety assurance activities.
• Familiarity with defence safety standards, ASEMS, and lifecycle safety management principles.
• Degree, HND, HNC or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Safety, Science or related disciplines.
• Practitioner-level competence in System Safety practices.
• Current SC security clearance, used within the last six months, is essential.

Responsibilities

• Developing, implementing, and maintaining Safety Management Systems (SMS) in line with defence standards.
• Conducting hazard identification, analysis, and risk assessments, maintaining hazard logs, and supporting risk reduction measures.
• Developing and reviewing safety assurance plans and safety cases, ensuring compliance with safety standards and legislative requirements.
• Providing safety engineering advice and support throughout the system lifecycle, including safety reviews and audits.
• Supporting stakeholder engagement, including regulators, project teams, and industry partners, ensuring safety requirements are fulfilled.
• Championing continuous improvement initiatives in safety processes, tools, and methodologies.

Skills

Safety engineering

Hazard analysis

Safety case development

Risk assessment

Defence standards

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

ASEMS

Safety tools

Job description

Evodia Limited is seeking an experienced Senior Safety Engineer to support UK defence programmes across Maritime, Air, Land and Weapons systems. Hybrid role with site travel to Abbey Wood and other UK defence establishments, focusing on SMS, hazard logs, safety cases and risk assessments.

The initial contract is 3–5 months with potential extensions. Day rate up to £600 inside IR35; ideal candidate has SC clearance and a strong defence safety background.