ROLE OVERVIEW
The AJAX Programme sits within the National Armaments Director Group (NAD). It is delivered on behalf of DG Material (3*), under the purview of Director Land Environment (2*), and delivered as part of the Land Combat Vehicles Portfolio (1*).
The AJAX team comprises of several pillars, each one representing a stage in the project lifecycle. One of which is the Production stage. This Production Pillar is responsible for assurance and acceptance activities of all vehicles manufactured by our prime contractor, General Dynamics.
This team is prominently based at the prime contractor’s site and is comprised of civilians and Army personnel. The team is led by a Lt Col. Within this team is a Project Manager responsible for the assurance of vehicle
The role is to provide safety engineering support primarily focused on managing concessions, coordinating with the safety function, and supporting design modifications. The individual will act as deputy to the Concessions Engineer, ensuring continuity of safety processes and compliance.
KEY TASKS
- Manage and coordinate safety-related concessions - Ensure all requests are properly assessed, documented, and approved in line with safety standards and project requirements.
- Collaborate with safety function - Ensure concessions align with overall safety policies and risk management strategies.
- Support design modification activities - Review safety implications and provide engineering input to maintain compliance and mitigate risks.
- Stand in for the Concessions Engineer - Maintain seamless management of concessions and related safety activities as required.
- Liaise with engineering and project teams - Facilitate timely resolution of safety issues related to concessions and design changes.
- Maintain accurate records - Keep records of concessions, safety assessments, and approvals up to date.
- Assist in development and implementation of safety procedures - Support creation and application of safety procedures and best practices related to concessions and design modifications.
- Contribute to safety audits, reviews, and reporting - Participate as necessary in audits, reviews, and safety reporting.
- Ensure compliance - Adhere to relevant safety regulations, standards, and organisational policies.
EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL
- As a minimum be professionally registered as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng).
- Proven experience in providing technical advice and leading the delivery of successful safety systems.
DESIRABLE
- A formal safety qualification and/or training.
- Experience within an Engineering Production Environment is desirable, but not essential.
- Experience managing engineering safety activity within a Defence Major Program (GMPP/CAT A) is desirable.
Next Steps
If you meet the criteria outlined above and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply. Evodia Limited acts as an employment business for this vacancy, and we are committed to providing a transparent and straightforward recruitment process