Description Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world Wood is currently looking for a Senior Technical Safety Engineer (PSC) to join our System Integration (SI) team within out Digital Consulting business supporting across our UK projects. This position will be for a period of 3 months project specific and can be engaged on a limited contractor basis outside IR35 The Role We are seeking a Senior Technical Safety Engineer to play a key role in ensuring the safe design and operation of engineering projects. This position involves conducting comprehensive risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards, while collaborating closely with design teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards from the earliest stages of each project. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who thrives on working with high-profile clients and is passionate about enhancing technical safety performance across a diverse portfolio of critical projects within the Energy sector. Our Clients and Projects Designing the future. Transforming the world. Our Systems Integration (SI) team, work with a variety of high-profile clients across the energy sector. Delivering bespoke essential automation and control systems solutions that enable a safer and more efficient operation. Within SI, we are architecting our clients' digital ecosystems to be inherently safe, cybersecure and operable. Within our teams we integrate client source systems across their IT, Operational Technology (OT) environments, securely pushing OT data into IT systems as a foundation for transformation. We design and integrate operational technology to achieve business, production, and operational goals. Visit our web page to find out more about the exciting work we do: Automation & systems integration | Wood What we can offer Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion ; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business Competitive renumeration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market Commitment to continued professional development ; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests Global connections : join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession Energy Transition Academy; join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field Responsibilities Scope of Work : Serve as the technical lead and primary contact for all safety engineering activities, overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring high standards of delivery on complex projects Lead and validate site location and layout safety studies, ensuring risk levels are reduced to ALARP in accordance with regulatory and client expectations Review, approve, and guide the development of Fire Risk Assessments (FRA), Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA), and fire detection/protection strategies Conduct and review advanced consequence analysis (e.g., gas dispersion, thermal radiation, explosion modelling), ensuring accurate, scenario-based evaluation Perform gap analyses and compliance reviews on technical documents to ensure alignment with international safety standards, client specifications, and applicable legislation Arrange and participate in workshops such as FMEA, EHAZID, FTA, HAZID, HAZOP, HAZCON, Bow Tie Analysis, LOPA, etc. Create or review key technical safety documents including: Process Safety Plans: a roadmap of all safety related activities Fire Protection Reports Building Risk Assessments Hazardous Area Calculations (IGEM SR/25) Study Terms of Reference and Reports Provide technical mentorship and support to junior engineers and cross-discipline teams, including reviews of specifications, design calculations, and safety study methodologies Ensure robust compliance with key legislation and industry regulations such as HASAWA, DSEAR, and applicable corporate governance protocols Demonstrate advanced proficiency in tools such as PHAST and SINTEF, supporting high-fidelity risk modeling and decision-making Track and optimize manhour utilization for safety engineering activities, ensuring efficient resource management and budget compliance Produce high-quality technical reports and progress updates for internal stakeholders and external clients Collaborate with project management to develop realistic and safety-integrated project schedules Monitor and report on key safety KPIs, including cost-efficiency, schedule adherence, and risk reduction metrics Serve as the key client interface, ensuring satisfaction, technical excellence, and alignment with project safety requirements Qualifications Skills And Qualifications What Makes you Remarkable? At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges. Expected: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably Chemical or Process Engineering) or an equivalent qualification, with demonstrable, in-depth technical safety experience Extensive experience in process safety engineering within the oil & gas, hydrocarbon, refinery, offshore, or infrastructure sectors, including both greenfield and brownfield environments Proven ability to lead and manage multiple concurrent safety projects, balancing priorities and deadlines in high-pressure environments Strong background in brownfield upgrades, including the replacement of automation and control systems, with a focus on minimizing operational risk and ensuring compliance Solid understanding of the commercial and contractual aspects of engineering projects, and how they intersect with safety engineering deliverables Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of leading cross-functional teams, managing client interfaces, and influencing stakeholders with diplomacy and clarity Detail-oriented, analytical thinker with a high level of initiative, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in safety practices Desirable: Chartered Engineer and member of appropriate engineering institution TUV FS Engineer certificate or equivalent Knowledge of ISO 21789 and the performance of gas turbine safety assessment review Experience in conducting DSEAR assessments Gas turbine specialisation and deep understanding of compressor operation and maintenance aspects Experience in using AGI Safe for FRA/ QRA Strong leadership in fostering a collaborative, respectful, and high-trust team culture, mentoring junior engineers and supporting cross-discipline alignment