Job Title:
SHE
Lead
Advisor
Location:
New Malden or Portsmouth Broad Oak, Hybrid – 1 day every 2 weeks in New Malden, 3 days per week in Broad Oak. Travel to other South sites 2 days a week. Visit all 7 sites on a monthly basis.
We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please
speak
to your recruiter about the options for this particular role
Salary:
Up to £49,500
Who we are:
Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.
From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.
Job Description:
The role
leads
the improvement of Safety, Health and Environmental practice and performance across the business and its sites. It focuses on implementing
SHE
policies and
management
systems, setting
objectives
and targets, and providing
competent
advice on risk
management
and
control. The position also oversees incident reporting and investigation, ensures accurate performance reporting, and maintains effective relationships with regulators and representatives involved in liability matters. This work supports a safe, compliant and inclusive working environment for all.
Core duties:
You will advocate
SHE
excellence by providing visible
leadership
and promoting a positive, inclusive safety culture
Ensure you influence safe
decision ‑making through
expert
guidance on risk,
controls
and operational planning
This role will require you to conduct engaging site inspections across multiple locations, identifying opportunities to raise standards and reduce risk
You will
lead
incident and near‑miss investigations, turning learning into meaningful and lasting improvements
Ensure you evaluate performance trends and report insights that shape continuous improvement and strategic
SHE
direction
Essential Skills:
Chartered or working towards Chartership with NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) is essential
Proven
SHE
leadership
experience in a
complex
defence based operational environments
Qualified internal auditor with considerable influencing, communication, and coaching skills with credibility at all organisational levels
SHE
Team:
An opportunity to shape safety across high‑profile defence projects, working with operational teams and senior
leaders
from early design through to delivery.
The role
offers
autonomy, variety and exposure to
complex
activities, enabling cultural change,
challenging
norms and driving future‑focused improvement—ideal for a
SHE
professional seeking impact, development and recognition.
Why BAE Systems?
Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with
confidence
and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a
strong
sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.
A place where everyone can thrive:
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export
control
restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict
the roles
you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All
applicants
must
as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where
applicants
must
typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for
the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.
Closing Date:
30th April 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for
the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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