Senior Consultant - Probabilistic Safety Analysis (PSA)
Hybrid/Bristol
£65,000 - £85,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Are you an established Consultant with expertise in Probabilistic Safety and ready to lead complex, mission-critical safety analysis for nuclear applications?
We are seeking a proactive and motivated PSA Senior Consultant to join our growing nuclear business, shape our delivery approach, and directly impact the safety and sustainability of future energy and defence programmes.
The Opportunity:
* Salary Range: £65,000 - £85,000 per annum + Bonus + Benefits.
* Location: Hybrid/Remote with time split between client sites, the office, and home (Bristol area).
* High Impact Role: Lead the development and implementation of Probabilistic Safety Analysis (PSA) for major nuclear projects.
* Growth Potential: Integral role in shaping and growing our nuclear safety consultancy practice.
The Role:
You will be responsible for providing high-quality, high-value consultancy that helps clients navigate complex safety challenges and meet rigorous regulatory standards.
* PSA Model Development: Lead the development and maintenance of sophisticated Probabilistic Safety Analysis (PSA) models for nuclear facilities.
* Leadership & Mentoring: Direct, lead, and mentor PSA work delivered by junior staff members and contractors, fostering technical excellence.
* Risk-Informed Arguments: Utilise PSA techniques to develop robust, risk-informed safety arguments supporting design, commissioning, operational safety, and design change.
* Regulatory Liaison: Liaise with regulators as necessary, providing expert technical justification and support for safety case submissions.
* Safety Assurance: Perform independent safety assurance reviews and support the delivery of periodic safety reviews for nuclear systems and facilities.
* Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients and partner organisations to manage ongoing PSA model implementation and develop effective safety cases and risk management plans.
Requirements:
We seek an individual with a strong foundation in nuclear safety regulation and practical PSA application.
* PSA Expertise: Strong practical experience with established PSA tools, such as Reliability Workbench and RiskSpectrum.
* Nuclear Knowledge: Demonstrable knowledge of Nuclear Authorising Conditions and/or Licensing Conditions is essential.
* Leadership Skills: Proven ability and willingness to lead, develop, and mentor junior colleagues.
* Consultancy Focus: Strong customer focus and the ability to develop commercially astute strategies for securing new work.
* Security & Nationality: Due to the nature of the work, you must be a sole UK national and be able to satisfy criteria for UK National Security Vetting (SC and/or DV clearance is highly desirable).
We value our people and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal life:
* Competitive Annual Bonus (linked to performance)
* 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays (plus Loyalty Leave)
* Attractive Pension Scheme (matched contributions up to 8%)
* Private Healthcare, Life Assurance (4x salary), and Income Protection (75% of salary)
* Targeted Professional Development and Paid Professional Institution Fees
* Family-Friendly Policies
If you are a talented Nuclear PSA professional ready to lead high-stakes projects in a dynamic and supportive environment, we encourage you to apply!
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