Lead Safety Assessment Specialist – Nuclear Safety

Atomic Weapons Establishment; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 64,000 - GBP 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense infrastructure firm in the UK is seeking a Principal Safety Assessment Specialist to manage technical safety documentation and assessments within their Infrastructure Project Delivery team. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in safety assessment, particularly in nuclear or high hazard industries, and hold a relevant degree or vocational qualification. This role requires strong interpersonal, report writing, and mentoring skills. A competitive salary package is offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in safety assessment for radiological, chemical and/or explosive hazards.
• Experience in nuclear, high hazard and/or highly regulated industries.
• Professional membership to a relevant chartered body required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the technical input to safety documentation.
• Deliver safety assessments and technical safety documentation.
• Mentor safety assessment specialists and senior members.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Report writing

Presentation skills

Technical skills in safety assessment

Mentoring abilities

Education

Degree in a science or engineering based subject

Vocational qualification (HND or equivalent)

Tools

Safety documentation techniques

Risk assessment techniques

Job description

A leading defense infrastructure firm in the UK is seeking a Principal Safety Assessment Specialist to manage technical safety documentation and assessments within their Infrastructure Project Delivery team. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in safety assessment, particularly in nuclear or high hazard industries, and hold a relevant degree or vocational qualification. This role requires strong interpersonal, report writing, and mentoring skills. A competitive salary package is offered, along with opportunities for professional development.