Decarbonisation Risk Specialist - Senior Technical Lead

Risk Specialist – Senior Technical Lead
Location:  UK (London or Southampton preferred) or Greece (home-based possible).

Lloyd’s Register

Are you a risk management professional ready to lead the charge in maritime safety? Join Lloyd’s Register’s Maritime Decarbonisation Hub (MDH) as a Senior Technical Lead, where you’ll advance cutting-edge safety strategies for integrating alternative fuels and new technologies in the maritime sector. Lead risk assessments, support high-stakes projects, mentor a Risk Engineer, and foster a safety-first culture across global operations. With approx. 7-12 years’ experience and expertise as a risk engineer with knowledge of human factors, you’ll drive innovation in a team that’s committed to safety, integrity, and sustainable change.

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What we’re looking for 

As a Senior Technical Lead in the Human Safety and Risk team, you will be responsible for supporting the Lloyd’s Register Maritime Decarbonisation Hub’s (MDH) Human Safety and Risk program. Working closely with colleagues with human factors expertise, you will apply your expertise in risk assessment to ensure the safe integration of alternative fuels (e.g., ammonia, methanol, hydrogen) and new technologies in the maritime sector. Some knowledge and familiarity with human factors principles and their application within high-hazard industries is required. This role involves contributing to complex projects while overseeing the professional development and work of a Risk Engineer, ensuring both line management and technical mentorship.

This is a key role for a professional with approx. 7 - 12 years of experience, who is eager to grow their leadership and technical capabilities in the field of risk management.

What we offer you 

• Competitive Salary.
• A regular full-time position.
• Flexible work schedules with an appreciation for work-life balance.
• Working in a global company with the ability to work with different cultures and diverse people.

• The opportunity to work for an organization that has a strong sense of purpose, is values-driven, and helps colleagues to develop professionally and personally through our range of people development programs.
• This is a full-time permanent opportunity
• Start: asap, but other arrangements can be discussed
• UK-based individual
• Hybrid with a mix of remote and indicatively 2 days per week at 71 Fenchurch Street, London 

The role 

• Risk Assessment for Alternative Fuels and Technologies:
  Conduct and lead qualitative and quantitative risk assessments for alternative fuels and emerging maritime technologies. Work closely with human factors colleagues to ensure human factors and technical safety are integrated throughout risk management processes, particularly in operational contexts involving high-risk environments such as ammonia bunkering or hydrogen fuel handling.
• Project Leadership:
  Lead and contribute to multi-disciplinary projects focused on risk and human safety in the energy transition. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to address emerging risks in alternative fuel adoption.
• Line Management and Mentorship:
  Provide direct line management to a Risk Engineer, including technical oversight, workload management, and career development support. Mentor and coach the Risk Engineer, facilitating knowledge transfer, skill development, and professional growth.
• Support Development of Safety Culture, Competency and future strategies:
  Support colleagues in building and sustaining a culture of safety across the industry, focusing on process safety approaches and competency development for both shore-side and vessel-based personnel. This includes developing training programs and competency frameworks to support the safe handling of alternative fuels.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Advisory:
  Work with internal teams, regulators, and industry partners to advocate for best practices in safety, risk management, and human factors integration across the maritime decarbonisation landscape.
• Continuous Professional Development:
  Stay current with the latest industry standards, research, and best practices in the properties of alternative, risk management, and safety. Ensure you and your team maintain a high level of technical expertise and professional development.

Role Dimensions:

• Direct Reports: 1 (Risk Engineer)
• Geographic Scope: Global, with focus on projects related to maritime decarbonisation and human safety.
• Key Stakeholders: Internal (MDH Human Factors experts, Other MDH colleagues, LR teams), external (clients, regulatory bodies, industry partners).

  What you bring 

• Education:
  A degree in a relevant Engineering discipline (Chemical, Mechanical or Marine), or a related field. A Master's degree or professional certifications in safety or risk management is desirable. Knowledge and understanding of Human Factors, either through CPD or appropriate modules.
   
• Experience:
  7-12 years of experience in risk assessment or safety management, , preferably within maritime, oil and gas, process, energy, or transport sectors. Experience with human factors, alternative fuels and emerging maritime technologies is highly valued.
• Professional Skills:
  • Expertise in human factors integration in risk management processes.
  • Experience in managing or mentoring junior team members is essential.
  • Strong knowledge of safety-critical systems and hazard assessment techniques (HAZID, HAZOP, Bowtie, LOPA, FTA, ETA, consequence analysis tools and QRA).
• Certifications:
  Chartered Engineer status or working towards membership in a relevant professional body is preferred.

Core Competencies:

• Customer Focus:
  Engage with stakeholders to understand needs and provide high-quality, safety-focused solutions. Proactively identify and resolve challenges impacting the customer experience.
• Problem Solving:
  Use advanced risk assessment tools to solve complex technical and safety challenges. Provide innovative solutions to promote inherent safety and operational risks.
• Teamwork & Collaboration:
  Foster a culture of collaboration across disciplines and regions. Lead by example, creating an inclusive and safe working environment while mentoring the Risk Engineer.
• Communication & Influence:
  Communicate safety and risk strategies clearly, adapting your message to different audiences. Influence key stakeholders to adopt best practices in risk management and safety culture.
• Leadership & Mentorship:
  Guide and develop the Risk Engineer, providing coaching and constructive feedback to enable career growth and skill development. Set clear goals and foster a high-performance team environment.
• Commercial Acumen:
  Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs, and enhance service delivery. Understand the commercial context of projects and contribute to the growth of the MDH business.
• Delivering Results:
  Maintain high standards of accountability and performance, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within scope, and to the highest safety standards. Proactively address challenges to maintain progress.

About us 

We are a leading international technical professional service provider and a leader in classification, compliance, and consultancy services to the marine and offshore industry, a trusted advisor to our customers helping to design, construct and operate their assets to the highest levels of safety and performance. We are shaping the industry’s future through the development of novel and innovative technology for the next generation of assets, while continuing to deliver solutions for our customers every day.
 

Be a part of 

Lloyd’s Register is wholly owned by the Lloyd’s Register Foundation, a politically and financially independent global charity that aims to engineer a safer world through promoting safety and education. For a thriving ocean economy, Lloyd’s Register colleagues and Lloyd’s Register Foundation work together to fund research, foster industry collaboration and develop action-oriented solutions to make the world a safer place. 
 

Want to apply. 

Here at Lloyd’s Register, we care, we share and we do the right thing in every situation. It’s ingrained in our culture and everything we do. We are committed, and continually strive, to lead with our values that empower and enable an inclusive environment conducive to your growth, development and engagement. It doesn’t matter who you are, what you have experienced, how you identify, how old you are, where you are from, what your beliefs are or how your brain or body works – the diversity of our colleagues is fundamental to our futures and the changes we can make together. Our inclusive culture allows us to connect together authentically and to be courageous and bold. We don’t just talk about our differences, we celebrate them! 

We are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application and we will do everything we possibly can to support you. 

 If you don't tick every box in these ads, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who share our goal of working together for a safer, sustainable, thriving ocean economy. 

We care, we share, we do the right thing  

If the above matches your field of interest and your qualifications, please apply online as soon as possible- by the latest 31.12.2024.

We conduct ongoing interviews and close the position once the right person has been found.

All inquiries are treated confidentially.

Please note: We do amend or withdraw our job and reserve the right to do so at any time including prior to the advertised closing date.

 If you have further questions about this role, please contact us at careers@lr.org and we will respond to you as soon as possible