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Principal Safety and Risk Consultant

Job in Plymouth, Devon, PL2, England, UK
Listing for: First Recruitment Group
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-08
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Safety Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 150000 - 200000 GBP Yearly GBP 150000.00 200000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Principal Safety & Risk Consultant – Nuclear & Defence

Permanent | Competitive salary & benefits | Devon, UK (Hybrid)

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Safety & Risk Consultant to support major nuclear and defence programmes in Devon.

This senior role involves leading nuclear safety activities across design, construction, commissioning and operational readiness within highly regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and assure nuclear safety case development
  • Provide Intelligent Customer oversight and technical challenge
  • Support hazard analysis, safety strategy and regulatory compliance
  • Work with multidisciplinary teams and senior stakeholders
  • Ensure risks are managed SFAIRP/ALARP
  • Mentor junior consultants and support continuous improvement
Candidate Requirements
  • Experience in Safety Case development and assurance
  • Background in nuclear, defence or high-hazard sectors
  • Knowledge of ONR, DNSR and UK regulatory frameworks
  • Strong technical leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Experience at Senior or Principal Consultant level
  • Relevant engineering or science degree
  • Professional registration desirable
Package
  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days holiday
  • Pension and flexible holiday scheme
  • Volunteer days and employee support line
  • Opportunity to work on nationally important programmes
Diversity & Inclusion

Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates.

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