Specialist Safety Risk Assessor

Specialist Safety Risk Assessor
Homebased with travel across the South of England
Contract: 3-6 months (3-4 days per week)
Rate: Circa 450 a day, outside IR35 (DoE)

A leading rail operating company is seeking an experienced Safety Risk Assessor to support the delivery of lithium-ion battery risk assessments across their network. This is inclusive of office spaces, depots and warehouses. This short-term contract (3-6 months) offers a flexible 3-4 day work week and the opportunity to work with a major transport provider, developing a niche and high in demand skill.

Responsibilities of the Specialist Safety Risk Assessor will include:

• Conducting risk assessments and advising on best practices related to lithium-ion battery use, storage, and management within a rail environment.
• Identifying and mitigating fire, thermal runaway, and other safety risks associated with lithium-ion batteries.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Providing recommendations and developing risk management strategies for battery usage across trains, depots, and infrastructure.
• Supporting training initiatives and raising awareness of lithium-ion battery hazards among staff.

The successful Specialist Safety Risk Assessor will have:

• Proven experience managing risks associated with lithium-ion batteries, preferably in an operational or industrial setting.
• A strong understanding of battery hazards, failure modes, and safety regulations.
• Experience within the rail industry (preferred but not essential).
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to communicate technical risks effectively.
• A full UK driving license and willingness to travel across the South of England.

This is an excellent opportunity for a specialist to contribute to critical safety initiatives in a dynamic transport environment. If you have the expertise and are available for a contract role, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information on this opportunity or to discuss your next career move, contact Oscar Dale on +44(0) (phone number removed) or apply here.

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