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EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire investigation, environmental, health and safety, and specialty consulting services firm serving a variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Over the last four decades, we have grown from a boutique firm specializing in handling insurance fraud and arson cases and providing expert witness testimony, into a recognized global leader in engineering failure analysis, origin-and-cause investigations, environmental consulting, laboratory testing and specialty consulting. Our forensic investigation, engineering and environmental services teams around the world share a dedication to expertise, quality and demonstrating to customers that caring counts®. Each of our more than 700 professional engineers, fire investigators, architects and scientists was selected for their technical proficiency, in-depth industry knowledge and commitment to professional integrity. Together, our diverse backgrounds and collective insights empower clients to make better-informed business decisions. EFI’s combination of global solutions and local expertise has earned the firm a reputation for delivering timely responses that consistently meet our clients’ expectations—anytime, anywhere. Click here to learn more about EFI Global.
EFI Global UK, part of the internationally respected EFI Global Inc and Sedgwick Group, delivers impartial expert opinion in environmental consultancy and forensic investigations. With a client base that includes insurance companies, brokers, loss adjusters, government bodies, and private individuals, EFI Global UK is known for its technical excellence and commitment to service.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Senior Forensic Investigator (Mechanical) to join the team. This is a dynamic and multifaceted role that combines technical investigation with strategic support for health and safety processes across the department and wider Sedgwick organisation. The successful candidate will be involved in examining a broad spectrum of incidents in both domestic and commercial environments—from routine insurance claims to complex, high-value cases such as large marine losses.
The role offers a hands-on investigative element, requiring visits to incident sites and laboratories to collect evidence, interview witnesses, and occasionally dismantle machinery or equipment to determine the root cause of incidents. You may also be called upon to design and conduct tests in collaboration with external agencies, adding a practical and experimental dimension to your work.
Beyond investigations, you’ll play a key role in promoting health and safety best practices, supporting internal procedures, and contributing to the team’s reputation for technical expertise. This position demands a blend of engineering knowledge, analytical thinking, and interpersonal skills, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a varied and intellectually stimulating environment.
Educational background: Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience – chartered status preferred, ideally supported by IOSH or NEBOSH certifications.
Engineering expertise: Strong understanding and practical application of engineering principles.
Health and safety knowledge: Proven experience in preparing and delivering health and safety processes and procedures.
Expert witness experience: Ideally has experience providing expert opinion in legal or insurance contexts.
Regulatory familiarity: Comfortable working with approved documents, codes, and standards relevant to the role.
Driving licence: Full UK driving license is essential for travel to incident sites and laboratories.
Insurance industry exposure: Experience in the insurance sector is beneficial but not essential, as training will be provided.
Remuneration & more
Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualifications
Fully funded company vehicle or cash in lieu allowance
A Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP)
Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays
Flexible working from our office or your home
Health & support
Private healthcare plan (including pre-existing conditions)
Life assurance
Employee assistance programme for employee wellbeing
Wellbeing and digital GP apps
Group Income Protection
Other benefits
Voluntary flexible benefits – green car scheme, health assessment, travel insurance, dental cover, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan
Discounts on various products and services
At Sedgwick, you won't just build your career; you'll cultivate a team of experts. Our Sedgwick University offering empowers you to excel as well as your team members, with the most comprehensive training program in the industry which includes more than 15,000 courses on demand, training specific to roles, and opportunities to continue formal education.
Together, we're not only reshaping the insurance landscape, we’re building a legacy of talent. Come and be a catalyst for change within our industry.
Think we'd be a great match? Apply now – we want to hear from you.
As part of our commitment to you, we are proud to have a zero tolerance policy towards discrimination of any kind regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital/ family status, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation.
After the closing date we will review all applications and may select some applicants for an interview (which may be virtual, or in-person).
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The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace
