Autonomous Vehicle Safety Manager

About Moove AVAt Moove AV, we’re on a mission to make the world safer by enabling autonomy in transportation. Partnering with industry leaders like Waymo, we’re redefining fleet management and driving the commercialization of autonomous vehicles.We’re expanding globally and seeking passionate, innovative professionals to join our journey. If you’re ready to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and help make mobility safer, more efficient, and accessible, we want to hear from you!About the RoleAs Safety Operations Manager, UK, you will run Moove’s health, safety, environment and operational safety program across our London footprint, and help it grow as we expand to new UK sites. Reporting to the Head of Safety & Compliance, you will turn our global safety standards into strong, practical ways of working — keeping our people, partners, passengers and the public safe.You will be the frontline owner of safety for the UK. That covers our depots and charging sites, our autonomous vehicle fleet before and after it goes out on London streets, and the people who operate and support it. You will build and lead the in-market safety team and partner closely with Ride-Hailing Operations, Fleet Deployment & Readiness and Facilities — at all times aligned with the Safety Standards and SOPs of our partner organization.This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who is as comfortable on the depot floor or at a roadside incident as they are presenting to senior leaders — and who wants to help build a UK safety program from the ground up.What you’ll be doing1. Lead the UK Safety ProgramRun the UK safety program. Adapt Moove’s global safety standards and controlled document library for UK law and UK sites, then put in place and continuously improve the procedures and site plans that follow, aligned to our partner’s Safety Standards and SOPs.Build and develop the team. Hire, coach and grow the UK site safety team as operations scale, setting clear priorities, standards and accountability across every site.Be the go-to safety lead for the UK. Act as the main point of contact for safety, health, environmental and compliance matters in-market, making day-to-day decisions and escalating significant risks to the Head of Safety & Compliance.Lead partner certification audits. Own UK readiness for our partner’s site certification programme: prepare the Level 1 document submissions, close remediation findings on time, and host the Level 2 on-site inspections with independent auditors.2. Fleet Readiness & Incident ResponsePre- and post-deployment checks. Enforce daily safety checklists for every vehicle before it deploys and when it returns, including sensor cleaning, hardware integrity and readiness checks in line with partner SOPs.Local conditions. Track weather, roadworks and events that affect our depots and field teams, adjust Moove work plans to match, and pass relevant observations to our partner’s operations teams through agreed channels.Incident response. Lead Moove’s on-scene response to field incidents, near misses and collisions, coordinating with the Metropolitan Police, London Fire Brigade and London Ambulance Service in line with our partner’s incident protocols.3. Training, Competence & Fitness for DutyTraining and qualification. Oversee training, licensing checks and ongoing assessment for technicians, field teams and any Moove drivers, alongside training on safe systems of work, hazard awareness, PPE and emergency response for employees and contractors.Fatigue and fitness for duty. Implement and monitor fatigue management, Working Time Regulations limits and drug and alcohol testing in line with company policy and UK employment law.Contractors and third-party staff. Set and check safety standards for contractors and agency or third-party staff, including site induction, competence checks and supervision.4. Depot Safety & Workplace ComplianceKeep sites compliant. Act as the competent person for UK depots and ensure compliance with UK legislation including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations, RIDDOR, COSHH, DSEAR, manual handling, PUWER, LOLER, the Electricity at Work Regulations, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Hazardous Waste Regulations and CDM 2015 for depot fit-outs, as well as relevant DVSA and Environment Agency requirements.Manage depot hazards. Manage high-voltage battery storage, charging infrastructure risks and general workshop safety, including slips, trips, lifting, vehicle–pedestrian separation, and biohazards and sharps recovered from vehicle cabins.Audits and inspections. Run regular site inspections, risk assessments and fire drills, support partner and regulatory audits and ISO 45001 / ISO 14001 readiness, and drive corrective actions through to closure.Environmental and emergency arrangements. Manage hazardous materials and waste, spill response, emergency plans and business-continuity planning at UK sites.Safety equipment and supplies. Own the supply of PPE, safety equipment, signage and consumables across UK sites.Build a culture of safety. Run toolbox talks, safety walks and campaigns, and make safety part of everyday operations at every site.5. Incidents, Data & ReportingInvestigate and learn. Lead incident reporting, investigation and root-cause analysis, submit RIDDOR reports where required, and track corrective actions in line with Moove’s corporate procedures.Safety event logging. Own local safety records in MS2, Moove’s safety platform, documenting concerns, near misses, depot hazards and incidents accurately and handling personal data in line with UK GDPR.Regulatory reporting support. Support our partner’s reporting to the Department for Transport and other UK authorities with accurate local data and documentation, under the direction of the Head of Safety & Compliance.Use data to drive outcomes. Track leading and lagging safety indicators, including concern reporting and corrective-action closure, spot trends and share clear insight and recommendations with the Head of Safety & Compliance and UK leadership.6. Partners & RegulatorsWork with regulators. Act as the local liaison with the HSE (Health and Safety Executive), local authorities and emergency services, alongside the Head of Safety & Compliance.Partner across the business. Work closely with Operations, People, Fleet and Facilities to keep safety built into how we work.What you will need for this positionAt least 6 years of experience in health & safety or operational safety, including leading a site or multi-site safety program, ideally in fleet logistics, ride-hailing, aviation ground handling or automotive testing.Experience leading and developing a team, and working independently across more than one site.Strong knowledge of UK health, safety and environmental legislation and best practice for transport, fleet, logistics or industrial operations.NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent experience required; NEBOSH Diploma and CMIOSH preferred.Hands-on experience with risk assessments, incident investigations, RIDDOR reporting and audits (e.g. ISO 45001 / ISO 14001), and driving corrective actions to closure.Good familiarity with London’s road network, the Highway Code and vulnerable road user safety.Well organised, with the ability to use data to spot trends and turn findings into action.Clear, confident communication, with the ability to influence frontline teams, site leaders, senior management and external agencies.Comfortable in a fast-moving, high-growth environment with a high level of ownership.Willingness to support a growing 24/7 operation, including on-call response during evenings and weekends.Right to work in the United Kingdom.Ability to travel up to 20% including travel for training to the United States.Nice to HaveExperience in autonomous vehicles, electric vehicles and charging, advanced mobility, or high-growth technology / operations environments.Experience helping open or scale new sites.Experience working alongside major partner organisations and aligning to external safety standards and SOPs.Environmental management or sustainability credentials (e.g. IEMA).About the teamOur team is analytical, fast-moving, and solutions-driven. We combine data, teamwork, and innovation to deliver world-class autonomous vehicle operations. If you’re a hands-on leader who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about improving systems, people, and performance, you’ll fit right in.Drug-Free Workplace StatementMoove is committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive work environment for all employees. We are a Drug-Free Workplace. Applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening.Safety-Sensitive AddendumThis role is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Position. As such, the company strictly prohibits the use of any substance - legal or illegal - that may impair an employee’s ability to perform their duties safely. Compliance with the company’s drug testing policy is a mandatory condition of employment.Driving Requirements/Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) NotificationThis position requires the operation of a motor vehicle for company business. Therefore, any offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR). Candidates must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving history in accordance with our insurance carrier’s standards. Ongoing monitoring of driving records may be conducted during the course of employment.Background Check Disclosure: Moove conducts criminal background checks as part of our hiring process after a conditional offer of employment has been made. A prior criminal conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from employment. We conduct an individualized assessment, considering the nature of the offense, the time passed since the conviction, and the relevance of the offense to the specific responsibilities of the job. We are committed to providing "fair chance" employment opportunities in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.DISCLAIMER: Moove is a multi-state, global employer that complies with the individual laws in each state or country in which it operates. If the state or local law prohibits or differs from any statements, conditions or practices contained in this job description, the Company will strictly adhere to such state or local law.