Location: Abbey Wood / Hybrid (WFH) with travel to Glasgow/Clyde circa twice per month
Rate: Up to £720/day (Inside IR35)
Duration: 3 months (potential for extension)
Deadline for Applications: 14/04/2026 at 13:30
Clearance: DV Clearance required prior to start (UK nationals only)
Overview
An opportunity has arisen for a Nuclear Safety Engineer to support the Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) within the Acquisition domain. The role will focus on the development of an integrated safety case and definition of safety management systems within a nuclear submarine environment.
The position will support delivery of key safety artefacts, including the Preliminary Safety & Environmental Report (PSER), and will involve close collaboration with contractors, assurance authorities and key stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Support development and integration of the Preliminary Safety & Environmental Report (PSER) for Design Review 1
Manage contractor-delivered safety artefacts and ensure integration into the overall safety case
Support development of Safety Functional Requirements through participation in safety working groups
Manage safety documentation and records within central repositories
Coordinate stakeholder and Design Authority feedback into final PSER deliverables
Update Programme EUSTON Safety & Environmental Management Plan (SEMP) for DR1
Act as secretariat for bi-weekly Safety Working Groups
Act as secretariat for quarterly Programme Safety & Environmental Committee (PSEC)
Experience Required
Experience developing or supporting nuclear safety cases and safety management systems
Experience working within submarine or nuclear defence environments
Knowledge of PSER, SEMP and safety case documentation
Experience working with contractors and integrating safety artefacts
Experience supporting safety governance forums and stakeholder engagement
Ability to manage technical documentation and safety records
Additional Information
Role sits within the Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) Acquisition domain. Hybrid working with regular travel to Glasgow/Clyde required. Initial contract is 3 months with potential for extension.
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