Nuclear Safety Assessor

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the nuclear sector is seeking a Nuclear Safety Assessor to enhance their Risk and Safety team. This permanent role offers hybrid working, focusing on developing safety documentation and collaborating with expert teams to manage nuclear projects. Ideal for professionals aiming to expand their expertise in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in nuclear safety or a related field is essential.
• Strong communication skills are required.
• Familiarity with safety case development and risk assessment methodologies is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fit-for-purpose nuclear safety documentation.
• Support hazard identification and risk assessment activities.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Communication

Risk Assessment

Hazard Identification

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Physics

Job description

Job Description

Nuclear Safety Assessor

Location:

Cumbria or Cheshire Hybrid / remote working also available

A long-established consultancy firm operating in the nuclear and high-hazard sectors is looking to expand its specialist Risk and Safety team. They are seeking a Nuclear Safety Assessor to support the delivery of high-quality safety cases and advisory services across the full lifecycle of nuclear projects.

This is a permanent opportunity with flexible working arrangements, ideal for early to mid-career professionals looking to deepen their technical expertise in a supportive, high-calibre environment.

As a Nuclear Safety Assessor, you'll work under the guidance of senior consultants, engaging directly with project teams, plant operators, and safety specialists to develop coherent, defensible safety case documentation.

What you'll do:

1. Prepare fit-for-purpose nuclear safety documentation.
2. Support hazard identification and risk assessment activities.
3. Liaise with multidisciplinary teams including Human Factors, Fire Safety, Radiological Shielding, and Environmental specialists.
4. Represent the consultancy professionally with clients and stakeholders.
5. Contribute to a collaborative, knowledge-sharing environment.

Your Background:

We're looking for technically capable, motivated individuals with strong communication skills and relevant experience in nuclear safety or a related field. A degree in engineering, physics, or a related discipline is preferred. Familiarity with safety case development, hazard analysis, and risk assessment methodologies is essential.