Principal Process Safety Engineer

Location: Barrow-in-Furness – Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Be sure to discuss your options with your recruiter!

Salary: Starting at £47,241, with potential for more based on your experience.

As a Principal Process Safety Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring safety and compliance within our operations. Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Conducting DSEAR risk assessments and compliance activities
• Mentoring and developing the next generation of engineers
• Reviewing and crafting explosion safety strategies
• Peer reviewing engineering work to ensure excellence
• Performing comprehensive risk analysis
• Creating and refining processes and policy documentation for our site

Essential:

• Experience in explosion safety engineering and hazard analysis
• Proven ability to produce DSEAR risk assessments, including hazard identification and analysis (preferably from a high hazard industry)
• Deep understanding of Hazardous Area Classification (HAC) and a track record of implementing business processes to meet strategic objectives

Desirable:

• Degree in a STEM discipline
• Experience with COMAH – Control of Major Accident Hazards (Safety Case support)
• Knowledge in Site Asset Protection and Fire Safety Engineering

At BAE Systems, we believe in rewarding our team members. Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive pension scheme
• Employee share plans
• Flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme and private health plans
• Shopping discounts and potential eligibility for an annual incentive

Join a dynamic team where you’ll collaborate with professionals ranging from principals to apprentices. You’ll engage with operational managers and health & safety teams, gaining exposure to the Wider Control Damage Hazards team. This role is not just a job; it’s a pathway for your professional growth. We also offer relocation support packages for eligible candidates across all Submarines roles.

Here, you’ll make a real impact in an inclusive culture that values diversity and integrity. We empower you to reach your full potential and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, we encourage you to discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Important Note: Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality and residency may affect your eligibility for certain positions. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you’re interested, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!

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