Principal Fire Safety Engineer
Our client, a leading consultancy in high-risk industries, is seeking a Principal Fire Safety Engineer to join their Health, Safety & Risk team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Principal Fire Safety Engineer, or a Senior Engineer ready to take the next step in their career.
Key Responsibilities
Leading the delivery of fire engineering and safety projects in various high-risk industries.
Developing fire safety strategies and conducting conventional fire engineering assessments.
Performing high hazard fire scenario analysis and fire safety strategies across sectors such as industrial, residential, and commercial.
Facilitating fire hazard study workshops and performing fire modelling or interpreting fire modelling results.
Assessing fire risks and hazards, and evaluating prevention and protective measures to mitigate fire risks.
Providing technical expertise in the design, installation, and maintenance of fire detection, suppression, and control systems.
Liaising with relevant stakeholders, including regulators and clients, to ensure project requirements are met.
Travelling to client sites across the UK (and occasionally overseas) to provide on-site support.
Building and maintaining long-term client relationships and frameworks.
Identifying business development opportunities and understanding the commercial implications of decisions.
Mentoring and developing junior staff within the team.
Who We’re Looking For
Demonstrated experience in the technical delivery of fire engineering projects.
A degree in Fire Engineering or a related discipline (either as a first degree or post-grad following a relevant STEM degree).
Strong understanding of UK fire safety regulations and standards (e.g. ADB, BS9999, RRFSO, PAS 79, PD 7974).
Familiarity with other regulatory regimes.
Confident in liaising with clients, design teams, local authorities, contractors, and other third parties.
Strong numeracy, report writing, and time management skills.
High attention to detail and excellent interpersonal skills.
What’s in it for you?
Our client offers a supportive and inclusive environment, with accredited training programmes from entry-level to master's degree level professional qualifications in leadership, management, and executive coaching.
You'll benefit from a clear personal development plan and a transparent career pathway, putting you in control of your career progression. They promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and respect, valuing diverse perspectives and recognising everyone's potential.
Flexible working options are available, including agile offices and hybrid working, ensuring a workplace that works for you.
If you are looking to advance your career in fire safety engineering, apply today!

Our client, a leading consultancy in high-risk and highly regulated industries, is seeking a Principal Process Safety Consultant to join their team. This is an opportunity to lead safety projects across sectors such as Nuclear, Clean Energy and Oil and Gas.
Key Responsibilities
Leading safety projects in high-risk industries, ensuring successful project completion within budget and to client satisfaction.
Leading hazard study workshops, including HAZOP, HAZID, ALARP, LOPA, and FMEA.
Preparing and delivering COMAH Safety Reports and conducting formal safety assessments such as quantitative risk assessments and occupied building risk assessments.
Developing and overseeing the implementation of Process Safety Management Systems.
Leading consequence and risk modelling.
Managing functional safety/machinery safety project scopes.
Mentoring junior team members and providing technical guidance.
Managing consultant teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
Identifying and supporting business and service development opportunities.
Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
Who We’re Looking For
Extensive experience in process safety techniques (HAZID, HAZOP, QRA, ALARP, CBA, OBRA, CFD, LOPA, COMAH safety).
Proven leadership skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong client service orientation.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Expertise in UK regulations and standards, with the ability to apply them effectively.
A degree in Chemical, Process, Mechanical, Control/Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Chartered Engineer status is preferred.
Due to the nature of the projects, this role may require security clearance.
What’s in it for you?
Our client offers a structured development programme, including internationally recognised ILM training and professional development opportunities up to master’s degree level in leadership, management, and executive coaching.
They are committed to flexible working arrangements, with hybrid working and agile office environments as standard. This role offers the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment, where diverse perspectives and ideas are valued.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity in process safety consultancy, we encourage you to apply today!

Our client, a leading consultancy in the nuclear safety and risk sector, is seeking a Nuclear Safety Assessor to join their Health, Safety & Risk team. This opportunity is flexible on location and offers the chance to work on a wide variety of nuclear safety projects across the UK.
The Role:
As a Nuclear Safety Assessor, you will be involved in the preparation of nuclear safety cases and supporting documentation. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safety projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Delivering fit-for-purpose nuclear safety documentation under appropriate supervision.
Collaborating with engineering teams, plant operators, and other specialist safety disciplines (e.g. Human Factors, Fire, Criticality, Radiological Shielding, Environmental) to present clear and comprehensive safety cases.
Representing the company in a professional manner to clients and peers.
Supporting the project team to ensure timely and effective delivery of safety projects.
Your Skills and Experience:
A minimum of 2 years’ experience in nuclear safety or other high-hazard industries.
A degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g. Physics, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Control/Electrical Engineering).
Strong customer service skills, with excellent interpersonal and listening abilities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
A flexible approach to ensure effective project delivery.
Due to the nature of the work, selected candidates will need to undergo security clearance.
What’s in it for you?
Our client provides robust support for your career development. As an accredited training provider, they offer professional qualifications from entry level to master's degree level in leadership, management, and executive coaching.
With a clear personal development plan and a transparent career pathway, you will be supported in reaching your full potential. Diversity and inclusion are at the core of the company’s values, encouraging different perspectives and innovative ideas.
Flexible working is available, with hybrid options and agile office environments as standard. This is a workplace designed to work for you.
If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to advance your career in nuclear safety, we encourage you to apply today!

Our client, a leading consultancy in high-hazard sectors, is looking for an experienced Senior or Principal Human Factors Consultant to join their expanding team. This is an opportunity to work on a wide range of Human Factors projects with clients in industries such as nuclear, clean energy & oil & gas.
About the Role:
As a Senior/Principal Human Factors Consultant, you will lead the delivery of complex Human Factors assessments while managing project teams. You'll be responsible for enhancing team capabilities through mentoring, technical leadership, and driving innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
Leading Human Factors assessments for complex projects, ensuring solutions are proportionate and fit for purpose.
Supporting Human Factors design, safety case assessments, and project integration.
Managing small teams and mentoring junior staff.
Identifying human error risks and applying appropriate Human Factors methods to mitigate them.
Providing tailored Human Factors solutions across various domains, including control room design, equipment layout, alarm systems, competency management, and workspace design.
Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and presenting coherent solutions to clients and regulatory bodies.
Delivering Human Factors support across both established (e.g., nuclear) and emerging sectors
Skills and Experience:
Extensive experience leading and delivering Human Factors support for high-hazard projects, ideally within the nuclear sector or similar industries.
A degree in a related subject (e.g., Human Factors, ergonomics, psychology, industrial design).
Chartered status or working towards chartership with The Chartered Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors.
Excellent technical report writing skills.
Thorough knowledge of UK regulations and standards relevant to Human Factors.
Experience working with regulatory bodies and an understanding of various regulatory regimes.
Willingness to travel to client sites as required.
Due to the nature of the role, candidates must be eligible to obtain security clearance and hold permanent UK residency.
What’s in it for you?
Our client offers a supportive environment with a clear focus on professional development. As an accredited training provider, they provide opportunities for career growth, from entry-level qualifications to master’s degrees in leadership, management, and executive coaching.
You will have access to a personal development plan and a transparent career pathway, empowering you to shape your future. The company values diversity and encourages different ideas, perspectives, and experiences.
Flexible working is offered, with hybrid and agile office options, providing a workplace that suits your needs.
If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to advance your career in Human Factors consulting, apply today!