PSA Consultant

Probabilistic Safety Analysis (PSA) Senior Consultant - Hybrid/Bristol

Are you an established Probabilistic Safety Assessor 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: Drive Nuclear PSA Excellence

• Salary Range: £65,000 - £80,000 per annum (depending on skills and experience).
• 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.

🎯 Your Role: Leading PSA and Risk-Informed Safety (Key Duties)

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: What You'll Bring

We seek an individual with a strong foundation in nuclear safety regulation and practical PSA application.

• Technical Education: Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a related technical discipline.
• 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).

Excellent Salary and Benefits Package

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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