Principal Nuclear Facilities Safety Engineering Consultant
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: In terms of location, we have offices in Bath, Bristol, Fareham, Glasgow, Plymouth, Weymouth, London and Teddington, and we are happy to explore flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Please note that travel to customer sites (Aldermaston, Reading) or to attend meetings will be required.
Eligibility for this Role
To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a UK-born sole national.
- Have held no other nationality at any time.
- Have continuously resided in the United Kingdom for the past five years.
- Be able to obtain and maintain full UK security clearance in accordance with government vetting standards.
- Provide satisfactory evidence of identity, nationality, and residency as part of the clearance process.
BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognisng their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. Learn more about BMT at .
At BMT, we pride ourselves on being a verified flexible workplace, providing freedom and choice. We understand not everyone has the same needs in order to make work work for them and their lives - we'd love you to discuss any requirements for flexibility with us - we can't promise to fulfil every request but we do promise to listen to what matters to you. Learn more about our flexible status at Flexa Careers
- Private Medical (family coverage)
- Enhanced Pension
- 18 weeks enhanced maternity pay (after a qualifying period of 1 year)
- Family friendly policies
- Committed to an inclusive culture
- Wellbeing Fund – an annual fund for personal hobbies or interests
- 26 Days Annual Leave (plus bank holidays)
- Holiday Trading
- Retail Vouchers
- Professional Subscriptions
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and guide the technical aspects involved in planning and producing nuclear safety documentation
- Deliver nuclear safety assessments and related technical documents in line with customer requirements
- Develop nuclear safety requirements and demonstrate compliance with them Support periodic safety reviews for complex systems and facilities
- Work collaboratively with clients and partner organisations
- Provide leadership and line management to junior team members, fostering their development and performance
We welcome applications from enthusiastic and dynamic individuals with:
- A degree with honours (or equivalent) in science, engineering, or a related field, or comparable professional experience
- Proven experience in preparing, facilitating, and documenting safety cases and hazard studies for nuclear facilities
- Previous work within nuclear licensed or authorised sites
- Experience offering guidance on nuclear and process engineering matters
- Familiarity with a range of safety assessment methodologies
- Professional membership of a relevant chartered institution
- Understanding of Nuclear Authorising and/or Licensing Conditions