Safety Engineering Consultant: Specialist Defence and High-Hazard EngineeringLocation: Bristol / Portsmouth Hybrid (Flexible Working)Must be able to obtain and maintain full UK Security Clearance. (UK Citizens only)DEFINE SAFETY IN CRITICAL HIGH-HAZARD FACILITIESThis is not a generalist safety role. Electus Recruitment is seeking a highly experienced Safety Engineering Consultant to join a rapidly growing, independent consultancy specialising in high-hazard environments across the UK Defence sector.If you are a professional who thrives on technical complexity and is ready to apply your expertise to projects involving explosive, biological, and chemical equipment, this opportunity offers unmatched influence and technical depth. We are looking for the person who will set the standard, not just follow it.WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:Pioneering Safety Cases: Lead the full life-cycle development of complex Facility Design and Operational Safety Cases.Elite Risk Analysis: Conduct advanced risk identification, including HAZOP/SWIFT, Bowtie, and Layers Of Protection Analysis (LOPA) for critical assets.Core Defence Compliance: Directly apply deep knowledge of standards like DSA03-OME, Def-Stan 00-56, and ER2014.Strategic Client Partnership: Act as a primary technical advisor and assurance expert, contributing to business growth and client liaison.WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:We are looking for a smart, professional engineer with an existing background in defence or specialist consultancy.Proven ex