Nuclear PSA Consultant - Bristol

IO; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm is seeking a PSA Consultant with expertise in nuclear applications to join their team in Bristol. The role involves leading the development of Probabilistic Safety Analysis models and managing junior staff. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a related field, knowledge of Nuclear Authorising Conditions, and experience with PSA tools. The position offers a salary up to £80,000, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Attractive benefits

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a related technical discipline.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Nuclear Authorising and Licensing Conditions.
• Chartered status, previous consultancy experience and active clearance are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop Probabilistic Safety Analysis (PSA) models.
• Lead PSA work by junior staff and contractors.
• Support safety cases and risk management plans.

Skills

Knowledge of Nuclear Authorising and Licensing Conditions

Experience with PSA tools like Reliability Workbench

Customer focus and developing commercial strategies

Education

Degree in a related technical discipline

Tools

Reliability Workbench

RiskSpectrum

Job description

Job title: PSA Consultant - Nuclear
Location: Bristol
Working arrangement: Full time, Hybrid.
Salary: up to £80,000

iO are currently partnered with a Bristol based engineering consultancy and are looking for a Nuclear Probabilistic Safety Assessor to join on a permanent basis.

You will be leading the development of PSA for civil nuclear or naval nuclear applications, becoming an integral part of a growing business within the defence consultancy space.

Responsibilities

• Develop Probabilistic Safety Analysis (PSA) models.
• Lead PSA work completed by junior members of staff and contractors.
• Support the development of safety cases and risk management plans.
• Perform independent safety assurance reviews.
• Deliver periodic safety reviews of systems/facilities.
• Collaborate with clients and partner organisations.

Key Skills and Experience

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a related technical discipline.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Nuclear Authorising and Licensing Conditions.
• Strong customer focus, developing creative commercial strategies.
• Strong experience of PSA tools such as Reliability Workbench and RiskSpectrum.
• Chartered status, previous consultancy experience and active clearance all highly desirable.

This role can offer up to £80,000, attractive benefits, hybrid working and the opportunity to continually develop within a growing business.

Due to the nature of work, this role best suits a Sole British National, or someone with current SC/DV clearance.