arriva
Birmingham, UK
Head of Safety & Assurance Closing date for applications: Friday 03rd July 2026 Purpose of Job To lead and embed a proactive safety, assurance, and risk management culture across all operational and infrastructure functions within the railway business. The role provides strategic direction, oversight, and continuous improvement for health and safety, operational assurance, and compliance with regulatory and industry standards. Principal Accountabilities Professional Head of Occupational safety. Develop and deliver the organisation's Safety and Assurance Strategy in alignment with corporate goals and industry best practices. Lead enterprise-wide risk assessments and ensure effective mitigation planning is embedded at all operational levels. Champion a culture of continuous improvement, driving innovation in safety technology and assurance processes. Ensure full compliance with UK rail safety regulations including ROGS, ORR, and relevant ISO...
