Principal Safety & Risk Consultant
Devon, UK
A leading international engineering and technical consultancy is seeking an experienced Principal Safety & Risk Consultant to support major defence infrastructure and nuclear programmes in Devon.
This is an excellent opportunity for a high-calibre safety professional to take a senior technical role within complex, highly regulated environments, contributing to nationally significant projects while influencing safety strategy, assurance and delivery.
The successful candidate will join a well-established Safety & Risk function supporting critical infrastructure programmes across the UK.
The Opportunity
Working at Principal level, you will provide leadership and technical oversight across nuclear safety activities throughout the project lifecycle, from design and construction through to commissioning and operational readiness.
You will act as a technical authority and Intelligent Customer, ensuring that safety cases are robust, proportionate and compliant with relevant regulatory expectations. The role will involve close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, clients and senior stakeholders to ensure safety risks are effectively identified, assessed and managed.
Alongside project delivery responsibilities, you will also contribute to capability development, mentoring colleagues and supporting contin...