Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor

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

Job summary

A leading nuclear consultancy in the UK is seeking a Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor to oversee complex safety projects and provide technical guidance. This position allows for flexible working arrangements and is perfect for experienced professionals eager to impact critical safety infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include leading hazard identification workshops, developing safety documentation, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate is expected to collaborate with engineers and safety specialists across various domains.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in nuclear safety and risk assessment projects.
• Ability to guide and mentor junior team members.
• Experience in producing safety case documentation.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Hazard identification workshops

Safety case documentation

Technical direction

Client relationship management

Understanding of Human Factors

Fire Safety

Radiological Shielding

Criticality

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 ...