Submarine Safety Engineering Consultant

BMT Group Ltd; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Submarine Safety Engineering Consultant to provide technical safety support for submarine projects. The ideal candidate will have a background in submarine operations and safety management, with excellent communication skills. This position offers part-time, job-share, or full-time options, with opportunities for flexible working arrangements and professional development.

Benefits

Private Medical (family coverage)

Enhanced Pension

18 weeks enhanced maternity pay

Family friendly policies

Wellbeing Fund

Holiday Trading

Professional Subscriptions

Qualifications

• Knowledge of maintenance and repair processes and procedures for submarines.
• Experience with safety regulation and standards relevant to UK MOD approaches.
• Practical experience in developing hazard logs and safety assessments.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of safety projects to schedule, quality, and budget.
• Facilitate HAZID and hazard review meetings.
• Author safety assessment and safety case reports.

Skills

Submarine operations knowledge

Safety management

Excellent communication skills

Proactive approach to professional accreditation

Education

Experience with Royal Navy submarines

Eligibility for UK Security Clearance at SC level

Job description

Overview

We are increasingly using our knowledge and expertise to drive transformative designs, technology and solutions around the world that will contribute towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). BMT's focus SDGs are Climate Action and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about addressing these global challenges and are proactive in finding opportunities to integrate sustainable practices as part of their role. As a Submarine Safety Engineering Consultant, you will provide technical safety support, and subject matter advice, to a wide and varied number of current and future submarine and underwater system related projects, directly supporting the UK submarine community. Your knowledge and experience of submarine operations, and equipment (including maintenance and repair processes and procedures) will allow you to support the delivery of safety projects to schedule, quality and budget, to meet the requirements of our clients; UK legislation; and associated regulations, standards, and policies. We are committed to giving our employees every opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills, enabling each member of BMT to reach their full potential. You will be provided with the required learning and development opportunities in order for you to undertake the technical aspects of this role.

In terms of location, we have offices across the UK and we are happy to explore flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Please note that travel to client sites or to attend meetings will be required. This role is available part-time, job-share or full time.

This role would suit an ex-Submariner looking to progress into a career in safety engineering. You will ideally have experience of the operation and / or maintenance of Royal Navy (RN) submarines and equipment, and preferably (but not essential) knowledge of appropriate technical documentation and an understanding of safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Be familiar with the safety management for Nuclear Facilities and the associated Authorising Conditions and Site Licensing arrangements;
• Be familiar with the application of safety regulation, policy and standards, with experience relevant to UK MOD approaches to submarine safety;
• Have practical experience in the development and management of hazard logs; supporting and facilitating HAZID and hazard review meetings; and authoring safety assessment / safety case reports;
• Have excellent communication skills and the ability to present professionally, both verbally and in writing;
• Be self-motivated with a proactive approach to professional accreditation, such as IEng or CEng.

Requirements

Please note, to be considered for this role you must be eligible to hold UK Security Clearance at SC level and will be subject to security checks. We expect you to share our passion for creating a more environmentally and socially sustainable future for all our stakeholders.

About BMT

BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. Learn more about BMT at www.bmt.org. At BMT, we pride ourselves on being a verified flexible workplace, providing freedom and choice. We understand not everyone has the same needs in order to make work work for them and their lives - we'd love you to discuss any requirements for flexibility with us.

Benefits

• Private Medical (family coverage)
• Enhanced Pension
• 18 weeks enhanced maternity pay (after a qualifying period of 1 year)
• Family friendly policies
• Committed to an inclusive culture
• Wellbeing Fund - an annual fund for personal hobbies or interests
• Holiday Trading
• Professional Subscriptions