Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor

Li Ca Scientific Recruitment; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Nuclear Safety is seeking a Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor to guide complex safety projects and provide technical direction. This role offers flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote options, making it ideal for professionals who excel in both technical and leadership positions. Responsibilities include leading hazard workshops, developing safety case documentation, and mentoring junior staff, contributing to critical safety and infrastructure in the nuclear sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in nuclear safety assessments and related fields.
• Ability to guide and mentor junior staff effectively.
• Strong understanding of technical safety challenges in nuclear projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead hazard identification workshops.
• Develop structured safety case arguments.
• Oversee production and management of safety documentation.

Skills

Leadership in technical projects

Safety case documentation

Strong client relationships

Hazard identification

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 ...