Principal Safety Assessment Specialist

Job Title: Principal Safety Assessment Specialist
Location: Aldermaston - 3 days onsite / 2 days working from home
Contract Length: 18 months
Pay Rate: Competitive

Hours: 37 hours per week - 7.4 hour days

The Principal Safety Assessment Specialist leads the technical delivery of safety assessments and related documentation within a highly regulated environment. The role ensures that all safety documentation meets company and regulatory standards, provides guidance on safety strategy, and supports the development of technical capability within the team.

• Lead the planning, preparation, and review of safety assessments and supporting technical documentation.
• Ensure the delivery of safety documentation aligns with organisational standards, governance frameworks, and management system requirements.
• Monitor the production and quality of safety documentation, using appropriate performance metrics.
• Provide technical input into company safety policies, guidance, and strategic initiatives.
• Support the design and delivery of technical training related to safety assessment.
• Mentor and develop Safety Assessment Specialists and senior team members, fostering best practice in documentation and assessment techniques.
• Maintain high standards of safety, security, environmental compliance, and health practices across all activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by reviewing performance and identifying areas for enhancement in safety assessment processes.

• Minimum 10 years' experience working within safety case environments, ideally in nuclear or highly regulated industries, providing sufficient exposure to complex, safety‑critical operations.
• Proven experience in Safety Assessment and preparation of Stage Safety Reports or equivalent safety documentation.
• Experience in hazard identification and hazard analysis as part of safety case development.
• Exposure to or support for engineering design activities, ensuring integration with safety assessments.
• Awareness of intelligent customer requirements and the expectations of regulatory stakeholders.
• Experience in Safety Case Manager responsibilities, including reviewing and assuring safety documentation.
• Understanding of decommissioning or nuclear operations, including compliance with governance and regulatory standards.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff and provide guidance on safety assessment techniques.

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in engineering, safety, or a related technical discipline.
• Professional certifications in safety, nuclear safety, or quality management desirable.

This contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd.

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well‑known brands, to SMEs and start‑ups. As a family‑owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long‑lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward‑thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start‑ups to large household names.

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