Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor

Li Ca Scientific Recruitment; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm in nuclear safety is seeking a Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor to lead safety assessments and manage documentation for high-profile nuclear projects. This role offers flexible working arrangements and is suited for experienced professionals in technical and leadership positions. Responsibilities include leading hazard workshops and developing structured safety arguments. Join a team aimed at contributing to key safety and infrastructure works within the nuclear sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading safety assessments for nuclear projects.
• Strong background in nuclear safety and risk assessment.
• Ability to guide and mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead hazard identification workshops (e.g. HAZOP).
• Develop structured safety case arguments using C/A/E techniques.
• Oversee the production of safety case documentation.

Skills

Technical direction

Client relationship management

Hazard identification

Safety documentation production

Job description

Job Description

Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor

Location:Flexible (Your office can be Cumbria or Cheshire), Hybrid / remote working also available
Sector:Nuclear Safety, Risk & Engineering Consultancy

A consultancy firm operating in the nuclear and high-hazard sectors is looking to expand its specialist Risk and Safety team. They are seeking aPrincipal Nuclear Safety Assessorto lead the delivery of complex safety projects and provide technical direction across a range of high-profile nuclear assignments.

This is a permanent opportunity with flexible working arrangements, ideal for experienced professionals who thrive in both technical and leadership roles and want to contribute to nationally significant safety and infrastructure work.

As a Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor, youll be responsible for delivering and overseeing the production of safety case documentation, guiding junior team members, and maintaining strong client relationships. Youll work closely with engineers and safety specialists in areas such as Human Factors, Fire Safety, Radiological Shielding, and Criticality.

What youll do:

• Lead hazard identification workshops (e.g. HAZOP).
• Develop structured safety case arguments using Claims/Arguments/Evidence (C/A/E) techniques.
• Produce and manage safety documentation across all stages of ...