Senior Safety Engineer

Senior Safety Engineer Multiple Openings | UK Citizenship Only Location: South West London / Kingston / Wimbledon with Hybrid (2-3 days on site per week) Clearance Required: UK Security Check (SC) – UK Citizenship (sole) is mandatory Salary Range: £45,000 – £55,000 + Benefits This is a rare chance to apply your safety engineering expertise in a critical domain that supports national security, while also benefiting from flexible working options and strong career development opportunities. We\’re currently hiring experienced Safety / Senior Safety Engineers to work on some of the most technically advanced defence control systems in the world. These positions offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the safety, reliability, and performance of next-generation infrastructure for naval defences, including both surface vessels and submarines. What You\’ll Do Deliver high-quality safety engineering solutions across complex defence projects Conduct analysis using industry-standard techniques (FMECA, FTA, FFA, LOPA, HAZOP) Generate and manage safety requirements to ensure system-level targets are achieved Work closely with cross-functional engineering teams on hardware, software, and systems integration Produce clear and robust safety arguments and documentation for internal and external stakeholders Support internal and external safety reviews and audits Travel occasionally to customer and subcontractor sites (UK and overseas) What We\’re Looking For Experience in a safety-critical or safety-related engineering environment Strong understanding of relevant standards such as IEC 61508 or Def Stan 00-056 Experience conducting system safety assessments, risk assessments and ALARP justifications Familiarity with COTS-based systems, high integrity software, or embedded systems Strong documentation skills and ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams Degree, HND, HNC or equivalent in Engineering, Safety, or related discipline Note: UK sole citizenship is a non-negotiable requirement for this role. Why Apply? Flexible & Hybrid Working: Including compressed work weeks with every other Friday off Comprehensive Benefits: Private healthcare, bonuses, pension, and more Make a Real-World Impact: Support mission-critical naval operations Open to Industry Crossovers: We welcome applicants from outside the defence sector Be part of a high-performing team helping to deliver complex, safety-critical systems for tomorrow\’s defence platforms. If you\’re passionate about safety engineering and want to make a tangible difference, we want to hear from you. Multiple roles available – apply today to learn more. Senior Safety Engineer – Defence Systems Multiple Openings | UK Citizenship Only Location: South West London / Kingston / Wimbledon with Hybrid (2-3 days on site per week) Clearance Required: UK Security Check (SC) – UK Citizenship (sole) is mandatory Salary Range: £45,000 – £55,000 + Benefits This is a rare chance to apply your safety engineering expertise in a critical domain that supports national security, while also benefiting from flexible working options and strong career development opportunities. We\’re currently hiring experienced Safety / Senior Safety Engineers to work on some of the most technically advanced defence control systems in the world. These positions offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the safety, reliability, and performance of next-generation infrastructure for naval defences, including both surface vessels and submarines. What You\’ll Do Deliver high-quality safety engineering across complex defence projects Conduct analysis using industry-standard techniques (FMECA, FTA, FFA, LOPA, HAZOP) Generate and manage safety requirements to ensure system-level targets are achieved Work closely with cross-functional engineering teams on hardware, software, and systems integration Produce clear and robust safety arguments and documentation for internal and external stakeholders Support internal and external safety reviews and audits Travel occasionally to customer and subcontractor sites (UK and overseas) What We\’re Looking For Experience in a safety-critical or safety-related engineering environment Strong understanding of relevant standards such as IEC 61508 or Def Stan 00-056 Experience conducting system safety assessments, risk assessments and ALARP justifications Familiarity with COTS-based systems, high integrity software, or embedded systems Strong documentation skills and ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams Degree, HND, HNC or equivalent in Engineering, Safety, or related discipline Note: UK sole citizenship is a non-negotiable requirement for this role. Why Apply? Flexible & Hybrid Working: Including compressed work weeks with every other Friday off Comprehensive Benefits: Private healthcare, bonuses, pension, and more Make a Real-World Impact: Support mission-critical naval operations Open to Industry Crossovers: We welcome applicants from outside the defence sector Be part of a high-performing team helping to deliver complex, safety-critical systems for tomorrow\’s defence platforms. If you\’re passionate about safety engineering and want to make a tangible difference, we want to hear from you. Multiple roles available – apply today to learn more. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website