At a Glance
- Tasks: Support nuclear safety at Devonport Dockyard and contribute to national defence.
- Company: Join Babcock, a global leader in engineering and defence.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous holidays, pension schemes, and health consultations.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements and a commitment to inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on national security while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or Science; safety engineering experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
As a Safety Engineer at Babcock, you will support the safety of nuclear and radiological facilities at Devonport Royal Dockyard, helping to safeguard the Royal Navy and contribute to national defence.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert advice on nuclear and radiological safety.
- Support safety case development for the 9 Dock Design and Safety Engineering team.
- Advise on safety analysis underpinning Devonport Royal Dockyard Limited safety cases.
- Contribute to the transformation and sustainability of Devonport Dockyard.
- Build and maintain knowledge of submarine systems and reactor plant performance.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Engineering or Science discipline.
- Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership.
- Experience in safety engineering or design.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Knowledge of submarine systems (advantageous).
- Experience within the nuclear sector (advantageous).
- Drive to own and shape your career development journey.
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) clearance. Eligibility may be affected by birth, nationality, citizenship and residency.
What We Offer
- Generous holiday allowance.
- Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance.
- Access to Digital GP, annual health check and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+.
- Employee shopping savings portal.
- Payment of professional fees.
- Reservists receive 10 days of special paid leave.
- Holiday trading to buy or sell up to one week of annual leave.
- ‘Be Kind Day’ – one paid day a year to volunteer with a chosen organisation or charity.
Disability and Inclusion
We are a disability‑confident employer. If you have a disability or need reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with subject “Reasonable adjustments requirement”. We also discuss flexible working arrangements in interview.
Closing Date
22/07/2026
About Babcock
Babcock is a global FTSE 100 organisation with over 26,000 people working together to make a difference. From initial design to final decommissioning, your work will contribute to products and services that are essential to national security and public infrastructure.
Contact Details:
Babcock International Group Recruitment Team
