Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor in England, North West

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Shirley Parsons Ltd
England
permanent, full-time
£70,000 - £90,000 per annum

Uk working eligibility only.

Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor
Based in or commutable to Cheshire or Cumbria (hybrid working)
Permanent
£70,000 to £90,000 per annum + benefits

Shirley Parsons has partnered with a leading consultancy firm at the forefront of nuclear safety and risk management. With over 30 years of experience supporting the UK's nuclear sector, they are looking for a Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor to join their Health, Safety & Risk team. This hybrid role is suited to candidates based in or commutable to either Cheshire or Cumbria, offering the opportunity to lead major safety case projects, support regulatory engagement, and shape the future of nuclear safety consultancy.

The Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor will be responsible for:
- Leading the preparation and delivery of nuclear safety cases and supporting documentation.
- Facilitating hazard identification workshops (e.g. HAZOP) and applying structured safety case methodologies.
- Collaborating with engineering teams and specialist disciplines (e.g. Human Factors, Fire, Criticality, Shielding).
- Supporting clients in regulatory interactions and maintaining long-term relationships.
- Managing consultant teams, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to business development.

The Principal Nuclear Safety Assessor will have:
- Deep expertise in nuclear safety techniques and safety case development across the plant lifecycle.
- A degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g. Physics, Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering).
- Strong knowledge of UK nuclear safety regulations and assessment methods (e.g. DBA, LOPA, PSA, ALARP).
- Proven leadership skills and experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and report writing abilities.

Please note: Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must be eligible for UK security clearance.

Vacancy Reference: PR/028480
Vacancy Owner: Ethan Baddeley | ethan.baddeley@shirleyparsons.com | 07891 987070


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