Nuclear Safety Engineer

Nuclearinst; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled Nuclear Safety Engineer to join their Bristol office, supporting critical roles within the Ministry of Defence's Nuclear Submarine Programme. The successful candidate will provide authoritative advice on nuclear safety cases and collaborate on various responsibilities within their established team. With opportunities for various experience levels, this role emphasizes flexibility and development within a supportive work culture, prioritizing diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Free single medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Professional development reimbursement

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a nuclear safety related role is desirable.
• Knowledge of naval nuclear propulsion programme is a plus.
• Working towards Chartered status is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to MOD on nuclear safety case management.
• Advise on safety case expectations for safety campaigns.
• Lead in safety and technical areas, providing advice to MOD.

Skills

Nuclear safety case structure

Nuclear safety regulation

Stakeholder engagement

Autonomy

Education

Degree in relevant science or engineering discipline

Job description

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the Opportunity

Assurance, Technology & Regulation (AT&R) team has a primary focus on three key areas; Independent Oversight & Assurance, Technology Development, and Regulatory Support. We have been directly involved in the Royal Navy’s Nuclear Submarine Program for six decades and support the UK Civil Nuclear & Decommissioning industry.

To support the growth of the Nuclear AT&R business, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Nuclear Safety Engineer based in our Bristol Office. As a Nuclear Safety Engineer, you will be working within an established yet growing team supporting the Ministry of Defence (MOD) in the UK Nuclear Submarine Programme (propulsion).

Roles are available for a variety of different experience levels, from a candidate at the start of their career to a seasoned veteran. Whilst not a requirement, this role would also suit a former RN Cat A Watchkeeper looking for an opportunity to apply their knowledge of the naval reactor plant. Flexibility is key to the role, and you will have the opportunity to apply your skills in a variety of submarine related applications.

Role responsibilities

• Provide authoritative advice and support to MOD on the management, production, control and approval of the nuclear safety case
• Advise on safety case expectations and requirements for safety campaigns
• Represent the team in internal and external project and safety meetings
• Lead in relevant safety and technical areas, providing technical advice to MOD
• Represent the team in internal and external project and safety meetings
  

Here’s What You’ll Need

• Working knowledge of nuclear safety case structure, production and approval
• Working knowledge of UK nuclear safety regulation and the organisations involved
• Previous experience within the naval nuclear propulsion programme and detailed knowledge of the naval reactor plant is desirable
• Previous experience within a nuclear safety related role is desirable
• Degree or equivalent in a relevant science or engineering discipline
• Hold or be working towards Chartered status
  

Transferable Skills

• Ability to work across a range of tasks effectively
• Liaise with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to work autonomously
• Act as an ambassador for the company on the client siteGrowth mindset
  

Our Culture:

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centered on inclusion and diversity.

We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

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