OME Safety Engineer

Safety Engineer

Electus is seeking a highly experienced Safety Engineer to join our client, a leading provider of engineering solutions. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and compliance of explosive facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive safety programs and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments and hazard identification to mitigate potential risks.
• Prepare and manage explosive safety cases in accordance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory authorities, to ensure compliance.
• Conduct training and awareness sessions for employees on safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and regulatory changes.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Extensive experience in explosive safety management and compliance.
• Strong understanding of relevant safety standards and regulations (e.g., DSA03.OME, MACR, HSAW, ADR).
• Proven track record in developing and implementing safety programs.
• Knowledge and experience of OME Storage, Logistics, and Facilities
  • Practical understanding of blast resistant facility design principles
  • Experience in planning and managing ammunition storage
  • Knowledge of ammunition inspection and incident investigation
  • In-depth knowledge of Land Service Ammunition and relevant JSPs and DEF STANs
  • Strong foundation in mathematics, ballistics, explosives, and materials science
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

 Due to the nature of work undertaken by our client, incumbents of these positions are required to undergo pre-employment screening and must be able to satisfy clearance criteria for UK Security Vetting to SC Level.

This is a permanent role

The client has offices in Bristol and on the South Coast. This role is hybrid some will require some travel/office and home based working.