Launch Site Health & Safety Lead
Core
Lead the practical implementation of health and safety policy and procedures at a rocket launch site to ensure safe day-to-day operations for technicians and engineers.
Role type
Senior Health and Safety Lead (Launch Site)
Builds
Safe operational environment for small launch vehicles and satellite deployment
Domain
Aerospace / Space Launch Operations
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Health and safety policy implementation, emergency procedure management, safety training delivery, PPE and safety equipment procurement, risk assessment documentation (RAMS, COSH), cryogenic systems knowledge, high-pressure systems knowledge, hazardous gases handling, hydraulics knowledge, work at heights expertise, lifting operations expertise, UK health and safety legislation knowledge
Preferred skills
NEBOSH General Certificate, CSCS Gold Card, Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 experience, fast-paced development program experience, aerospace/spaceport operations experience
Technologies
RAMS, COSH
Responsibilities
Lead iteration and implementation of health and safety policy and procedures at the launch site; Produce, implement and maintain required procedures to ensure safe day-to-day operations; Ensure suitable emergency procedures are produced and maintained; Arrange and conduct trainings on safety systems and site inductions; Work with procurement to ensure suitable PPE and safety equipment are in place; Manage and produce documentation for day-to-day operations including RAMS and COSH; Support the build, maintenance and operation of the launch site outside core H&S responsibilities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC