Tetra Tech Europe
Principal Nuclear Safety Consultant
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Ready to lead where nuclear safety decisions truly matter?
If you are motivated by solving technically demanding problems in highly regulated environments, this is an opportunity to lead from the front. As a Principal Nuclear Safety Consultant, you will combine deep technical expertise with strategic influence, playing a defining role in the delivery of robust safety cases that underpin the safe operation, decommissioning and future development of nuclear facilities. This role offers the chance to shape critical decisions, mentor the next generation of specialists and contribute directly to the growth and reputation of a leading nuclear safety consultancy.
Purpose & Scope of the Role
The Principal Nuclear Safety Consultant provides technical leadership in the delivery of high quality nuclear safety case work across a diverse portfolio of projects. Operating within a safety critical and highly regulated environment, the role spans short term safety assessments through to complex, multi year programmes supporting nuclear decommissioning, energy generation and defence-related activities.
- Lead the development, assessment and review of safety cases, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations, engineering design and operational requirements.
- Take responsibility for project governance, including planning, resourcing and financial oversight.
- Work closely with multi disciplinary teams, senior leaders, clients and regulators.
- Contribute to the wider success of the business through proposal development, client relationship management and the identification of new opportunities.
Your Impact in This Position
In this role, your expertise will directly influence how nuclear risks are identified, assessed and effectively managed. You will:
- Provide confidence to clients and regulators through clear technical reasoning, high quality documentation and a collaborative approach to problem solving.
- Support project teams and mentor colleagues, helping to build technical capability across the organisation and strengthen a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Ensure safe and compliant delivery today, and help shape future work programmes and strategic direction.
Core Capabilities
Safety Case Delivery
- Lead the development of new safety cases and the evolution of existing ones.
- Apply sound hazard identification and risk assessment techniques.
- Demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Ensure safety arguments are well integrated with engineering and operational strategies.
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Diverse Project Portfolio
- Manage a wide range of assignments, from focused technical studies to large, complex projects.
- Adaptability, resilience and the ability to maintain consistently high standards while navigating changing priorities, novel technical challenges and differing client environments.
Regulator and Client Engagement
- Act as a trusted point of contact in discussions with clients and regulators.
- Present clear, defensible safety arguments and support efficient approval processes.
- Build credibility through transparency, professionalism and a clear understanding of stakeholder priorities.
- Contribute to business growth by nurturing existing client relationships, managing key accounts and frameworks, and identifying opportunities for new work.
Reviewing and Writing Technical Reports
- Lead the production and assurance of high quality safety case documentation, including radiological assessments and supporting technical reports.
- Structure complex information logically, apply sound judgement to technical detail, and communicate clearly with specialist and non specialist audiences alike.
- Oversee peer review, delegate effectively, and ensure that all deliverables meet regulatory standards and client expectations.
Mentoring and Line Management
- Provide guidance, review work and offer constructive feedback, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning and continuous improvement.
- Mentor colleagues at all levels, supporting professional development through knowledge sharing and formal reviews.
- Line manage junior team members, where applicable.
- Help build a motivated, high performing team equipped to meet current and future challenges.
Qualifications & Experience
- Hold a degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline.
- Substantial experience in nuclear safety case development or assessment.
- Chartered status with a recognised professional body is advantageous.
- Strong understanding of nuclear plant operations, regulatory frameworks and safety management principles.
- Ongoing professional development is actively supported.
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Working Environment
- Hybrid role, with three days per week in the office (fully remote option available).
- Teams based in Warrington, West Cumbria and Basingstoke.
- Collaborative environment that values technical excellence and work-life balance.
- Emphasis on employee wellbeing.
Warrington:
- Based at Birchwood Park, offering a modern workspace with complimentary on-site parking and access to a fully equipped gym.
- Enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere, with regular social activities such as walking trips, five-a-side football, Macmillan coffee mornings and a monthly photo competition.
West Cumbria:
- Based in a Georgian building on the edge of the Lake District National Park.
- Enjoy a vibrant social culture with regular events, outdoor challenges and scenic walks by the lakes.
- Unique opportunity to combine a rewarding career with access to one of the UK’s most beautiful landscapes, fostering both professional growth and a healthy work-life balance.
Why join Tetra Tech?
- Leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide.
- Wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships.
- Collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.
- Support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions.
- Operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science® to solve our clients’ most complex problems.
- In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements.
Recruitment Agencies
- We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list and any submitted will be taken as a gift. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.
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