Job Description

Senior Nuclear Safety Assessor
Based in or commutable to Cheshire or Cumbria (hybrid working)
Permanent
50,000 to 70,000 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 Senior 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 safety case development, manage project teams, and contribute to nationally significant nuclear projects.
The Senior 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).
- Managing teams of consultants and mentoring junior staff.
- Supporting client relationships and identifying opportunities for business development.
The Senior Nuclear Safety Assessor will have:
- Significant experience in nuclear safety assessment and safety case production.
- A degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g. Physics, Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering).
- Strong knowledge of UK nuclear safety regulations and safety assessment techniques (e.g. DBA, LOPA, PSA, ALARP).
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A proactive, flexible approach to project delivery and team collaboration.
Please note: Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must be eligible for UK security clearance.
Vacancy Reference: PR/028479
Vacancy Owner: Ethan Baddeley | ethan.baddeley@shirleyparsons.com | 07891 987070