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Principal Inspector of Marine AccidentsReference number: 397086Salary:&nbsp;£93,144Contract:&nbsp;PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeLocation:&nbsp;SouthamptonAbout usBased in Southampton, the Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) is an independent organisation within the Department for Transport and employs 34 specialist and administrative staff. We’re responsible for investigating accidents and incidents involving UK vessels anywhere in the world, and any vessels within UK territorial waters. The main focus of our work is to improve the safety of life at sea and the avoidance of accidents in the future, but we’re not responsible for apportioning blame or liability, and nor do we enforce laws or carry out prosecutions.Your work with usWhen you join us as a Principal Inspector of Marine Accidents, you’ll be responsible for leading, supervising and managing one of four multi-disciplinary teams of specialist inspectors that carry out investigations into marine accidents worldwide. You’ll also be a key member of our senior leadership team, work that will involve contributing to the formulation of policy and the running and development of the MAIB.You’ll have a wide range of additional duties and responsibilities, including acting as duty coordinator and our initial point of contact for out of hours calls. This will involve operating within a 4-week duty cycle, triaging accident notifications and determining our response. You may be required to deploy to accident sites at short notice during your duty weeks, work that could involve worldwide travel, the management of demanding investigations and interacting with people and organisations in what can be challenging and stressful situations.We’ll expect you to direct the progress, conduct and quality assurance of investigations, engage with stakeholders to develop effective safety recommendations, oversee the production, editing and quality control of investigation reports, and manage any related contracts. You should also be prepared to represent the MAIB at industry meetings and fora, and make a positive contribution to our wider management strategies.Who we’re looking forTo be a success in this vital role you’ll have well developed senior management experience at sea or ashore, and the confidence and technical background necessary to enable you to tackle complex accident investigations involving all types of vessel. A confident project manager with the ability to plan and prioritise as you meet challenging timescales in a fast-moving, dynamic environment, you’ll also be able to assess and analyse data from various sources and recognise when you need to call in external expertise.A inspirational and motivating leader, you’ll be skilled at giving clear directions and clarifying strategies and plans, while your excellent writing skills will see you producing logical and persuasive reports.When it comes to qualifications, you should have STCW 95 A-II/2 (Deck) Unlimited or STCW III/2 (Engineering) Unlimited or a degree in naval architecture or a post graduate certificate or higher in marine accident investigation. Royal Navy equivalency is accepted, and we’ll also expect you to have experience in command or as the senior engineer afloat, as a senior manager in a role ashore, as a naval architect or as a marine accident investigator. In addition, you’ll be required to maintain a minimum level of fitness and undergo Counter Terrorist Check security clearance.For more information about this role, please contact Andrew Moll at <a href="mailto:Andrew.moll@dft.gov.uk" target="_blank">Andrew.moll@dft.gov.uk</a> or +44 (0) 7880 724316Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 15th June 2025

Department of Transport

Closing Date: 22 June 2025Location: FlexibleTeam / Directorate: Marine Regulatory Policy &amp; Approaches Team / Evidence, Policy and PermittingStarting salary:&nbsp; £41,132 rising to £44,988 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants)Contract type: Fixed Term until 1 April 2027Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome)Post number: 203908The roleAre you ready to help shape how Wales delivers major infrastructure in a way that protects our environment and ensures regulatory rigour? We’re seeking an experienced regulatory professional to play a pivotal role in implementing Natural Resources Wales’ (NRW) responsibilities under the new Infrastructure (Wales) Act 2024.&nbsp;As Senior Advisor for Regulatory Approaches (Infrastructure), you’ll lead the development of new regulatory approaches to support the streamlined consenting process introduced by the Act. This includes helping to define how consents such as marine licences and other regulatory permissions are managed when deemed within an Infrastructure Consent (IC), and ensuring our involvement aligns with legal and environmental requirements.&nbsp;You’ll also play a key role in embedding a fully cost-recoverable pre-application advice service across NRW, developing the guidance, tools, and training required to support both internal teams and external stakeholders.&nbsp;Key responsibilities include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Designing NRW’s regulatory approach to assessing whether applications (marine and non-marine) should be deemed within an Infrastructure Consent. </li><li>Developing practical guidance and training to support internal teams and ensure consistency across consent regimes. </li><li>Leading NRW’s interaction with stakeholders, including PEDW, Welsh Government, and developers during pre-application and consenting phases. </li><li>Supporting the creation of a chargeable, fully cost-recoverable pre-application advice service under the new Act. </li><li>Coordinating input across regulatory functions to ensure a joined-up and legally sound process.&nbsp;</li></ul>This is a key opportunity to influence how Wales balances infrastructure growth with environmental sustainability. If you’re confident working across regulation, policy and stakeholder engagement – and you want to help shape the future of consenting in Wales – we want to hear from you.&nbsp;

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