Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor

Li Ca Scientific Recruitment; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized consultancy firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor to lead complex safety projects in the nuclear sector. You will oversee the production of safety documentation and guide junior team members while maintaining client relationships. With flexible working arrangements, this permanent role is ideal for professionals experienced in technical and leadership roles, contributing to nationally significant safety and infrastructure work.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear safety projects and complex safety requirements.
• Ability to guide and mentor junior team members.
• Strong background in risk and safety assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead hazard identification workshops to identify risks.
• Develop structured safety case arguments.
• Oversee the production of safety case documentation.

Skills

Technical direction

Client relationship management

Hazard identification

Safety documentation production

Leadership

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 ...