MESM CAT A1 / Submarine Safety

Frazer-Nash Consultancy Limited; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy in engineering and technology is seeking an experienced MESM operator to lead safety case documentation and conduct hazard analyses for submarine operations. This role offers a competitive salary (£65,000 to £90,000) and flexible hybrid working arrangements. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in submarine safety cases and risk management. Join a company proud of its contributions to the Royal Navy's submarine programme while enjoying a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary with yearly reviews

25 days holiday + opportunity to buy 5 days

Flexible working arrangements

Private healthcare membership

Bonus scheme linked to company performance

Qualifications

• Experience in the commercial industry supporting the submarine enterprise.
• Knowledge of submarine safety cases and safety analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with HAZID and hazard management.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety case documentation for naval nuclear reactor operation.
• Conduct safety hazard analysis for future submarine designs.
• Provide oversight for civil nuclear power during maintenance outages.

Skills

Experienced MESM Cat. A1

Risk management

Knowledge of nuclear policies and regulations

Technical assurance/governance

Education

Incorporated Engineer or Chartered Engineer status

Job description

Job Title

MESM CAT A1 / Submarine Safety

Company

Frazer-Nash Consultancy

Key Information

• Location: Glasgow, Bristol, Gloucester, Plymouth, Portsmouth or Warrington
• Salary: £65,000 to £90,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Working Pattern: flexible hybrid (office, client sites, home)
• Closing date: 31st December 2025

Overview

We are an established engineering, systems and technology consultancy. Through our meaningful innovations, our experts assist organisations in making lives safe, secure, sustainable and affordable. Our support to the Royal Navy’s submarine programme is a source of pride and we are actively seeking high calibre experienced MESM operators.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety case documentation to underwrite the operation of the naval nuclear reactor plant.
• Lead on behalf of client complex and multi‑national work to make future work easier to deliver.
• Assessment of submarine commission and life extensions.
• Support AUKUS.
• Embedded client roles supporting all class of submarines.
• Conduct safety hazard analysis to inform the design of future submarines.
• Provide technical oversight to support civil nuclear power stations during planned maintenance outages.
• Provide SM SQEP experience to support facility engineering and empower future‑proof critical shore side infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Experienced MESM Cat. A1.
• Experience of working in the commercial industry in support of the submarine enterprise.
• Knowledge of submarine whole‑boat or nuclear infrastructure safety cases and safety analysis techniques (HAZID, hazard management, functional hazard assessment, categorisation and classification).
• Knowledge of MOD nuclear policies and regulations.
• Experience in risk management and reduction, including ALARP assessments.
• Familiarity with technical assurance/governance.
• Incorporated Engineer or Chartered Engineer status (or working towards this for more junior roles).

Benefits

• Competitive salary with yearly reviews.
• 25 days holiday + the opportunity to buy 5 days.
• A welcoming work culture.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Enhanced parental benefits.
• Company pension scheme.
• Targeted professional development.
• Life assurance.
• Private healthcare membership.
• Bonus scheme linked to company performance.
• Paid membership fees to a professional institution.
• Support in attaining professional membership.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season rail ticket loan.
• Further optional benefits tailored to personal requirements.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing (Business Consulting and Services)