Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm in the nuclear sector seeks a Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor to lead complex safety projects. The role involves technical direction in safety documentation, guiding junior team members, and ensuring client satisfaction. Flexible work arrangements, hybrid options, and involvement in high-profile assignments are part of this permanent opportunity.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in nuclear safety assessments.
• Strong leadership capabilities in technical contexts.
• Ability to guide junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead hazard identification workshops (e.g., HAZOP).
• Develop safety case arguments using C/A/E techniques.
• Produce and manage safety documentation.

Skills

Technical Leadership

Safety Assessment

Client Relationship Management

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

What you'll do:

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