MIDAS Safety Manager - SC cleared

Are you an experienced Safety Professional with a background in Defence programmes? Were partnering with a leading client to find a SC cleared MIDAS Safety Manager for an exciting opportunity based in Bristol, with flexible hybrid working. If you hold SC clearance and have a solid track record managing safety compliance within Defence, this role could be your next career move.Role OverviewThis position involves working across the Mission Planning, Identification, Defensive Aids and Survivability (MIDAS) team, supporting the delivery of mission-critical equipment on Maritime Platforms and Aircraft. As Safety Manager, you'll provide expert guidance to ensure complex systems are delivered safely, compliant with Defence standards, and operate within ALARP principles throughout their lifecycle.Key ResponsibilitiesSafety Management & Assurance: Lead the development, maintenance, and assurance of Safety Assessments, Hazard Logs, and Safety Management Plans, ensuring compliance to policies.Compliance & Governance: Verify project adherence to UK/EU legislation, Defence Standards (notably DEF STAN 00-056), and NAD policies.Hazard Identification: Facilitate hazard analysis processes such as HAZOP, FTA, and FMEA, deriving safety and environmental requirements.Stakeholder Engagement: Act as safety SME, presenting evidence-based safety arguments to senior stakeholders including Chief Engineers, Duty Holders, and suppliers.Supporting Safety Governance: Advising the Chief Engineer, compiling safety data, supporting Safety Panels, and managing relevant safety registers.Essential ExperienceProven expertise in system safety policy and safety management tools & processes.Experience in managing Defence Safety Management policies and procedures.Understanding of Defence Acquisition processes.Member of a Professional Safety Institute or equivalent body.Desirable SkillsChartered or Incorporated Engineering status or equivalent experience.Experience with commodity equipment across Land, Air, and Maritime environments.Details & RemunerationThis contract runs from ASAP until 31 March 2027, with a scope for extension. The role offers a day rate of up to £600 (inside IR35), working 7.5 hours per day, based in Bristol with the flexibility of hybrid working, requiring 2 days per week onsite.If this opportunity aligns with your expertise and career goals, we'd welcome your application. At Evodia Limited, were committed to transparent, supportive recruitment, working as your partner throughout the process.JBRP1_UKTJ