Risk Officer

Navantia UK is a new force in British industry, supporting the UK’s defence, security and energy transition ambitions. We’re doing this by creating state-of-the-art sovereign defence capabilities, investing in the UK to modernise industrial facilities, and bolstering the nation’s energy security. Established in 2022, Navantia UK is a subsidiary of Navantia SA, a Spanish state-owned company with over 300 years of naval shipbuilding history.

In January 2025, Navantia UK completed the acquisition of Harland & Wolff and its four historic facilities in Belfast, Appledore, Methil, and Arnish. By combining Harland & Wolff’s proud heritage and facilities with Navantia’s global expertise, Navantia UK is well‑positioned to strengthen Britain’s defence, maritime and energy industrial capabilities, supporting jobs and economic growth across the UK.

Navantia UK is embarking on an exciting new project at our yard in Methil, Scotland, and we are seeking a highly motivated Risk Officer to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing risks across a complex, high‑profile programme that will shape the future of Heavy engineering production.

About the Role

As Risk Officer, you will be responsible for systematically identifying, evaluating, and prioritising risks that could affect design, production, safety, finances, and delivery schedules. You will ensure senior management maintains full visibility of programme‑related risks while also identifying opportunities that add value to the project.

This role will see you working closely with project teams, Control Account Managers (CAMs), procurement, and senior leadership to establish robust risk management processes and deliver clear, actionable insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct risk reviews across all aspects of the project, including health, safety, environmental, quality, and financial elements.
• Review and update existing risk assessments; produce new assessments where required.
• Develop and maintain the Risk and Opportunity Registers, capturing all relevant data such as causes, impacts, mitigation actions, responsibilities, and financial exposure.
• Work with stakeholders to recommend and implement actions that eliminate, minimise, or mitigate risks.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of risk processes within the organisation’s Quality System.
• Conduct spot audits to ensure risks are identified and addressed.
• Collaborate with Procurement to secure supply of long lead‑time, high‑cost, strategic materials.
• Provide cost/benefit analyses for identified opportunities and present recommendations to Senior Project Managers.
• Share updates and feedback with CAMs ahead of monthly risk panels; prepare presentations for wider organisational visibility.
• Produce and maintain a robust Business Continuity Plan.
• Submit regular risk reports to senior management outlining new, open, and closed risks, as well as financial exposure.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Thorough understanding of risk management policies and best practice.

Awareness of running QSRA (Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis and Quantitative Cost Risk Analysis)

Experience working on complex engineering projects.

Strong analytical, mathematical, and critical thinking skills.

Excellent problem‑solving ability and attention to detail.

Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Clear and confident verbal and written communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for preparing registers, policies, and reports.

Education & Experience

Undergraduate degree in Risk Management or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Broad experience in risk management within complex projects.

This is a chance to be part of a new and exciting project in Methil, contributing to the success of a programme that will have a lasting impact on the industry. You’ll work in a dynamic environment where your expertise in risk management will directly influence outcomes and ensure the safe, efficient, and successful delivery of our project.

Equal Opportunity:
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. To ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, we commit to a fair and unbiased recruitment process at every stage. This includes ensuring hiring managers are aware of legislation, providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, and actively seeking to eliminate any form of discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Our goal is to create a recruitment environment where every candidate feels valued and has an equal chance to succeed.

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