Principal Safety Assessment Specialist

AWE (Atomic Weapons Establishment)

Aldermaston, United Kingdom
£64,340- £101,700 py; not specified; not specified
Onsite (majority of time), flexible working requests considered
Lead safety assessment of major hazards
Develop safety assessments
Manage competent resources
AWE (Atomic Weapons Establishment) is seeking a Principal Safety Assessment Specialist to lead safety assessments related to nuclear, explosive, and other major hazards at their Aldermaston facility. The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including a 9-day working fortnight and opportunities for professional development

Job Summary

  • The main purpose of this role is to lead the assessment of nuclear, explosive and other major hazards associated with actual, planned and/or decommissioned facilities, plant, equipment or product.
  • This role advises on strategies for the development of safety assessments (safety case/safety basis/risk assessments) and manages the provision of competent resources to review and develop safety assessments.
  • In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including: 9-day working fortnight – meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.

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AWE (Atomic Weapons Establishment) is seeking a Principal Safety Assessment Specialist to lead safety assessments related to nuclear, explosive, and other major hazards at their Aldermaston facility. The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including a 9-day working fortnight and opportunities for professional development.

Salary

£64,340- £101,700 per annum; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • lead safety assessment of major hazards
  • develop safety assessments
  • manage competent resources
  • technical input to safety documentation
  • determine acceptability of arrangements
  • maintain high standards in security

Nice-to-have

  • work calmly in priority changing environment
  • initiative and enthusiasm
  • flexible approach to work

Key Requirements

  • Degree in science or engineering
  • Extensive practical experience
  • Extensive knowledge of safety assessment techniques
  • Excellent interpersonal/communication skills
  • Management of personnel and staff development
  • Extensive experience in safety assessment for radiological, chemical and/or explosive hazards
  • Experience in nuclear, high hazard and/or highly regulated industry
  • Experience of several Domains
  • Must be a British Citizen
  • Must obtain and maintain necessary security clearance

Work Rights

SC/DV clearance required

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