Senior Safety Risk and Assurance Manager

Merseyrail; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Merseyrail is seeking a Senior Safety Risk and Assurance Manager to develop and implement the HSSE Risk Management and Safety Assurance Strategy. This pivotal role involves leading risk assessments, overseeing compliance, and influencing safety culture across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree or NEBOSH Diploma, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experienced in risk assessment and modelling.
• Background in the rail industry or regulated sectors preferred.
• Able to influence safety culture effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead HSSE Risk Management Strategy and compliance.
• Oversee Safety Certificate process with ORR.
• Develop and deliver Safety Audit Plan.

Skills

Risk assessment

Safety assurance leadership

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Proactive leadership

Education

Degree (BSc, MSc) or NEBOSH Diploma (CMIOSH)

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Description

Join Merseyrail – Where Safety Drives Success

Merseyrail is seeking a dedicated and experienced

Application Deadline: 2 July 2025

Department: Safety

Location: Rail House

Description

Join Merseyrail – Where Safety Drives Success

Merseyrail is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Safety Risk & Assurance Manager to lead the development of our HSSE Risk Management and Safety Assurance Strategy.

This is a pivotal role, offering the opportunity to shape how operational, health & safety, environmental, and security risks are understood, controlled, and communicated across our organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Merseyrail’s HSSE Risk Management Strategy and maintain compliance with ROGS and relevant legislation.
• Oversee the Safety Certificate process and act as liaison with the Office of Rail and Road (ORR).
• Develop and deliver the annual Safety Audit Plan, ensuring endorsement from the Board and Audit Committee.
• Support transformational projects through risk assessments, HAZID workshops and control measure implementation.
• Maintain governance of Merseyrail’s Safety Management System and validation processes across all business areas.
• Provide expert oversight on hazard close-out tracking, statutory changes, and audit preparation.
• Influence safety culture through application of the RM3 maturity model and targeted improvement initiatives.
  
  

Skills, Knowledge And Expertise

• A degree (BSc, MSc) or NEBOSH Diploma (CMIOSH) – essential
• Strong experience in risk assessment, modelling, and safety assurance leadership
• Background in the rail industry or other regulated sectors (preferred)
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive leader with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence senior stakeholders

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

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