Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor

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

Job summary

A consultancy firm in the nuclear sector is seeking a Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor to lead complex safety projects and provide technical direction. This role offers flexible working arrangements, making it ideal for experienced professionals wanting to contribute to significant safety and infrastructure work. You will oversee safety case documentation, guide junior team members, and manage client relationships, collaborating with engineers on vital safety aspects. This position exemplifies leadership in the nuclear safety field.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex safety projects in nuclear or high-hazard environments.
• Demonstrated ability in managing safety case documentation.
• Strong understanding of Human Factors, Fire Safety, Radiological Shielding, and Criticality.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex safety projects.
• Guide junior team members in safety practices.
• Develop structured safety case arguments using Claims/Arguments/Evidence techniques.

Skills

Leadership in safety projects

Technical direction in nuclear safety

Client relationship management

Hazard identification techniques

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 ...