Title
Human Factors Consultant – Nuclear
Compensation
£70,000 to £95,000 per annum depending on experience
Location
Frazer‑Nash offices across the UK; ideally Bristol, Manchester or Burton
Working Pattern
Flexible hybrid pattern – time split between office, client sites and working from home
Closing Date
21 June 2026 (early applications encouraged)
Overview
The nuclear renaissance is here. From SMRs and AMRs to fusion, fuel cycle innovation and grid‑scale resilience – we need human‑factors professionals, engineers, analysts and systems thinkers ready to make a national impact.
Key Responsibilities
* Solve problems that matter
* Strengthen UK energy security
* Deliver high‑quality engineering and consultancy advice
* Shape the next generation of nuclear capability
About Frazer‑Nash
Frazer‑Nash has over 30 years of experience in the nuclear sector, supporting clients to meet strict regulatory requirements across UK civil nuclear operations and defence platforms. We have also supported the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) for more than 15 years.
Role Overview
We are recruiting Consultants, Senior Consultants, Management Consultants and Principal Consultants with a breadth of technical knowledge in human factors and a nuclear bias. Candidates will develop Human‑Factors strategies for complex projects, act as subject‑matter specialists, technical leads or project managers, and deliver work as part of multidisciplinary teams across nuclear and other sectors.
Key Qualifications
Personal
* Relevant degree (e.g. BSc or MSc in Human Factors) or equivalent demonstrated experience
* Relevant professional membership; holding or actively working towards Full / Chartered status
* Significant experience writing and editing high‑quality outputs in a consultancy or advisory setting
* Significant experience writing high‑quality bids and proposals in a consultancy or advisory setting
* Commercial awareness and attention to detail to manage project scope, risks and costs
* Good interpersonal skills with the ability to build productive relationships at senior levels
* Ability to efficiently manage time and prioritise tasks in a consultancy setting with frequent shifting priorities
Technical (Essential)
* Experience of implementing human factors integration activities across safety‑critical industries (e.g. Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Offshore)
* Experience of UK nuclear standards and regulations
* Thorough knowledge of risk assessment, safety assurance, safety case and safety management concepts within major hazard industries
* Experience conducting quantitative and qualitative human error and reliability assessments
* Experience in User Experience or Human‑Computer Interfaces
* Experience in the civil nuclear sector – ideally nuclear plants, new builds, defueling and fuel route
* Experience in the Defence sector
* Support to safety case development within the nuclear context
Desirable
* Demonstrable history of engagement with regulators (e.g. ONR, EA/NRW/SEPA, DESNZ, Defra, DNSR)
* Acting as a technical leader and subject‑matter specialist within the group and wider business, specialising within the nuclear domain
* Managing business development activities with existing clients and securing new clients
* Delivery of complex projects to ensure they are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and to the desired quality standard
* Undertaking technical verification reviews and approval of deliverables, ensuring quality and technical accuracy
* Coaching and mentoring junior staff and staying current on regulation changes to ensure compliance and best practice
Candidate Screening
Candidates will undergo pre‑employment screening and must satisfy clearance criteria for UK National Security Vetting.
What Frazer‑Nash offers you
* You will join a thriving and supportive team and assist in delivering a range of interesting projects
* Clear career pathways will help you develop and nurture your potential, leading to future career prospects and promotion
* We will support and encourage your ideas and give you the opportunity to work directly with clients, building professional relationships and networks
* In addition to technical knowledge, we provide business experience, project management and career development opportunities for leadership.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* 25 days holiday entitlement
* Hybrid or remote working possibilities
* Flexible working arrangements
* Holiday purchase scheme
* Enhanced parental benefits
* Company pension scheme
* Targeted professional development
* Life assurance
* Private healthcare membership
* Bonus scheme linked to company performance
* Paid membership fees to a professional institution
* Support in attaining professional membership
* Cycle to work scheme
* Share purchase scheme
* Season ticket loan
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to fostering a working culture that brings out the very best in our people, regardless of circumstances, identity or background. We want our people to be themselves, feel empowered to achieve their personal and professional goals, and know that we respect the unique value they bring to the company. In support of this, we encourage thoughtful behaviours and work to foster a collaborative working environment.
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