Compliance & System Assurance Specialist

About the role

The Compliance & System Assurance Specialist ensures that tram operations meet all safety, regulatory and standards requirements. This role acts as the custodian of hazard management systems and drives continuous improvement of operational safety.

Key responsibilities

• Verify adherence to Operational and Infrastructure Safety Certificates, Ministry of Transport (MOT) regulations and EN/IEC standards (EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129, IEC 61508).
• Manage the Hazard Log IT system, regulate access, analyse data and develop cost‑effective safety improvements.
• Conduct regular HAZID/HAZOP studies, safety inspections and audits of service providers.
• Support Safety Review Board meetings and ensure safety cases accurately reflect tram operation risks.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to embed safety considerations into daily activities.
• Lead system assurance activities covering RAM, EMC, Fire & Life Safety and Human Factors.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• 6‑8 years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role within railway system assurance.
• ISO 45001 and ISO 9001 internal or lead auditor certification (desirable).
• Strong audit, incident investigation and report writing abilities.

Required skills

• Knowledge of EN 50126, EN 50128, EN 50129, IEC 61508 standards.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 and ISO 9001 auditing.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Experience using Hazard Log software such as Comply Pro.