REQ ID: 131099
JOB TITLE: Safety Compliance Engineer
SALARY: Competitive
POSTING START DATE: 30/03/2026
POSTING END DATE: 13/04/2026
LOCATION: Solihull  

Working in Manufacturing at JLR, you'll be the hands-on expert who brings innovation to life. You'll collaborate with a team of expert technicians and problem-solvers and use cutting-edge tools, facilities, and processes engineered together to build era-defining vehicles that people across the world know and love. Your expertise will directly impact the shaping of modern luxury. Together, let’s create the exceptional. 

This role will have the accountability for Competent Safety advice to our team of multi-disciplinary Engineers within the GME function. The work will involve all aspects involved with the delivery of the departmental safety Zero Harm Plan. The role also works within the Construction Design and Management Regulations to ensure robust safety standard during the installation phased are robustly adhered. 

There will be a need to interface with several internal and external stakeholders, including safety vendors, Corporate Safety, Project Managers, Contractors and all the different technologies (Stampings, Body, Paint, Trim, Propulsion, Logistics, Infrastructure, Dimensional, Central). This role is a key position in the delivery of GME’s Zero Harm Plan core works, and covers the full spectrum of Safety within the delivery of complex production systems. The role also includes the need for vendor visits and witness trips nationally and overseas as the programme defines

WHAT TO EXPECT

In this role, no two tasks are the same. With lots of projects and relationships to build with people across the business and beyond, it’s a challenge that will help your career grow within an iconic organisation. Here’s what to expect:

• Provide safety support and competent advice to Process Engineers, including coaching on Design Risk Assessments and delivering safety‑related training.
• Conduct internal and vendor safety audits, along with proactive support for accident investigations using the 8D methodology.
• Lead and promote a strong “Zero Harm” culture by chairing Level 3 meetings, supporting Level 2 meetings, and driving safe contractor performance.
• Produce weekly and ad‑hoc safety reports for senior management, including trend analysis, incident data collection, and shutdown‑period safety coordination.
• Support continuous improvement of GME safety procedures and tools such as VISTAG.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills that you’ll need to have to help you succeed here, including:

• Clear understanding of site safety, and Safety legislation (CDM 2015 Reg etc) 
• Health and Safety certificates such as IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent.
• Experience and knowledge of ISO Standards and Directives (Specifically Design Risk Assessment - ISO 12100)
• Experienced in CE/UKCA Legislation
• Construction related safety knowledge / an understanding of BSA and machinery safety awareness. 

BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect a wide range of benefits:

• Discounted car purchase (open to family members, too)
• A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available
• A competitive pension
• A JLR company performance-related bonus
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for; education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning
• Access to open, employee-led support and social networks
• Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies
• Flexible working* 
  
  

*Flexible working is offered for specific roles dependant on responsibilities. Please speak to the hiring team for details.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as this role is not eligible for sponsorship

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs. 

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.