Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor

Li Ca Scientific Recruitment; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the nuclear sector is seeking a Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor to lead complex safety projects and provide technical direction. The role offers flexible working arrangements with opportunities for hybrid or remote work. Key responsibilities include managing safety documentation, guiding junior staff, and collaborating with engineers on safety assessments. This permanent position is ideal for professionals looking to impact nationally significant safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering and managing safety case documentation.
• Ability to guide junior team members effectively.
• Strong understanding of nuclear safety and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead hazard identification workshops to assess potential risks.
• Develop safety case arguments using structured techniques.
• Produce safety documentation throughout various phases.

Skills

Technical leadership

Safety case documentation

Client relationship management

Human Factors knowledge

Fire Safety expertise

Radiological Shielding

Criticality safety

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 ...