Innovation Project Manager

Innovation Project Manager

Safetytech Accelerator

Innovation Project Manager

Location:  London, UK

Lead the Charge in Maritime Innovation at Safetytech Accelerator!

Are you passionate about technology and innovation? Join Safetytech Accelerator, the world’s first dedicated technology accelerator focused on safety and risk in industrial sectors. We’re looking for an Innovation Project Manager to drive forward one of our largest initiatives, Methane Abatement in Maritime (MAMII), aimed at reducing methane emissions from LNG-fueled ships and contributing to the decarbonization of maritime shipping.

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About the job

Safetytech Accelerator (STA) is the first fully dedicated technology accelerator focused on safety and risk in industrial sectors. 

Our mission is to make the world safer, more resilient and sustainable by accelerating the adoption of technologies in safety critical industries and infrastructure.

Safetytech Accelerator’s services include strategic technology and innovation advisory, corporate accelerators and innovation programmes, and membership-based cross-industry programmes.

Since 2021, Safetytech Accelerator has operated as an independent business within the LR Group, generating multi-million-pound revenue while partnering with over 60 global corporations. We have launched several high-profile initiatives, including Methane Abatement in Maritime, the Cargo Fire and Loss Innovation Initiative, and the world’s first Industrial Safetytech Regulatory Sandbox.

Read more about STA on our impact report:

Accelerating Innovation in Safety-critical Industries Report (safetytechaccelerator.org)

You can also read about our innovation programmes on our website:

https://safetytechaccelerator.org/

The Role

We are now seeking a Project Manager to join our team and support the STA day to day business activities. The Project Manager will primarily work on one of our largest Innovation Initiatives called Methane Abatement in Maritime (MAMII). This multi-client project aims at mitigating methane emissions, coming from LNG-fueled ships, hence contributing to the decarbonisation of maritime shipping. We are addressing this key industry challenge in a collaborative way through technology acceleration, thought leadership and technology trials.

This is a unique opportunity to get involved with an exciting mission-led technology and innovation venture and be a part of a talented and growing team, all whilst making a real difference by working for a non-profit with a purpose.

The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, resilient, can-do, hands-on individual with a positive attitude, very organised and with an interest in technology innovation. The candidate is keen to support the smooth management of highly complex, multi-stakeholder projects with the view to have these projects renewed by existing and or joined by new clients.

What we are looking for

• Ensure the project is delivered in a timely manner and according to the workplan and budget, liaising with relevant colleagues to get the work done
• Support the Delivery team on activities such as management of Work Packages, stakeholder management and insights gathering, contingency planning
• Support/lead on the delivery of technology pilots/trials within this Innovation Initiatives, chairing weekly catch ups with clients and start-ups and ensuring the insights/knowledge shared are captured and stored on Sharepoint
• Client facing activities such as supporting client meetings, steering group meetings and other internal project reviews with the Programme Director etc.
• Design and deliver innovation and co-creation activities including organising events and workshops with the project stakeholders. 

What You bring

• Relevant degree and/or experience in innovation project management tools and setting up processes
• Min 5-6 years of direct professional experience in technology innovation
• Curiosity and good working knowledge of emerging tech
• Problem-solving mindset
• Fluent in writing and reading English
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise
• Good analytical skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle ambiguity
• Self-starter, organised and efficient
• Team player and does what it takes to lead the project to success
• Experience in maritime, decarbonisation and other safety-critical industries would be a plus
• Occasional work trips to meet up with stakeholders and attend events

Location and other information

• This is a full time, permanent opportunity
• Start: asap, but other arrangements can be discussed
• Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK
• UK based individual
• Compensation commensurate with experience; generous benefits.
• Hybrid with a mix of remote and indicatively 2 days per week at 71 Fenchurch Street, London.

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 31.10.2024.

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