Job Title: Safety Assurance Manager – Rail Infrastructure

Location: Travel to offices Kent, Sussex, and Wessex
Hours: Full-time, 47.5 hours per week

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Safety Assurance Manager to lead safety assurance initiatives across critical rail infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic team, ensuring compliance with essential safety and quality standards and contributing to high-stakes projects within the rail sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the application of CSM-RA (Common Safety Method for Risk Assessment) for project safety compliance.
• Chair HazID (Hazard Identification) Meetings and manage comprehensive hazard records throughout project life cycles.
• Work closely with project engineers and design teams to ensure all safety and quality standards are met.
• Provide safety assurance support to Contractor's Engineering Managers (CEMs) and advise clients on their obligations under CSM-RA and other safety legislation.
• Promote engineering excellence and health, safety, and quality standards across all project teams.
• Capture and share lessons learned to continuously improve safety and quality standards.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Qualifications: Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering, ideally Civil Engineering.
• Experience: In-depth knowledge of railway design, CSM-RA application, and proven experience in health and safety management within railway projects.
• Proficient in chairing HazID meetings and maintaining thorough safety records.
• Strong understanding of design and engineering processes as well as industry standards and regulations.
• Ability to interface effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including engineering and safety partners.
• Demonstrated ability to handle pressure, showing strong communication and collaboration skills within team-based environments.

What We Offer:

• The chance to shape safety standards on impactful infrastructure projects.
• Professional development opportunities in a supportive and challenging environment.
• A collaborative team dedicated to innovation and engineering excellence.

How to Apply:

If you are a detail-oriented safety assurance professional with a passion for excellence, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience.