Job Description

Conventional Health and Safety Senior Advisor
Location: Manchester, Warrington , Derby with hybrid working available
Department: Safety & Regulatory Affairs
Reports to: Senior HSE Manager
About the Role
At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to embedding robust conventional health and safety standards into every aspect of our engineering and design processes. As a Conventional Health and Safety Senior Advisor, you will lead the development and implementation of strategies that ensure our nuclear power plant designs meet the highest safety standards and reduce risks to As Low As Reasonably Practicable (ALARP).
This is a pivotal role requiring strategic thinking, strong interpersonal skills, and deep knowledge of UK health and safety legislation. You will work closely with engineering teams, regulators, and external stakeholders to deliver safe, repeatable plant designs.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead the development and deployment of health and safety strategies and plans. Define and manage requirements throughout the design and delivery lifecycle. Provide expert advice on UK health and safety legislation (e.g., CDM, LOLER, COMAH, Working at Height Regulations). Support specialist safety assessments and HAZOP reviews. Engage with external stakeholders, regulators, and auditors. Drive continuous improvement and foster a strong health and safety culture.

What We're Looking ForDegree-level qualification or equivalent experience. Extensive experience in health and safety advisory roles on large infrastructure projects. Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including interaction with regulators and senior leaders. Technical writing and presentation experience. Knowledge of risk assessment techniques (HAZOP, HAZID) and design risk management. Auditor qualification or relevant experience is desirable.

Reward & BenefitsSalary: 48,000 - 63,000 Benefits Allowance: 2,200 Bonus Opportunity: 12.5% Life Assurance: 6x pensionable salary Income Protection: 50% Holiday: 28 days + bank holidays New Joiner Payment: 250 Flexible and part-time working options available

Why Rolls-Royce SMR?
We value diversity and inclusivity, creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and empowered. We offer flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments to support individual needs.
Why Join Us?

You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business. A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch - we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.
Our Application Process

Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check

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