Senior Safety Consultant

Senior Consultant - Probabilistic Safety Analysis (PSA) Hybrid/Bristol£65,000 - £85,000 + Bonus + BenefitsDo not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.Are you an established Consultant with expertise in Probabilistic Safety and ready to lead complex, mission-critical safety analysis for nuclear applications? We are seeking a proactive and motivated PSA Senior Consultant to join our growing nuclear business, shape our delivery approach, and directly impact the safety and sustainability of future energy and defence programmes.The Opportunity: Salary Range: £65,000 - £85,000 per annum + Bonus + Benefits.Location: Hybrid/Remote with time split between client sites, the office, and home (Bristol area).High Impact Role: Lead the development and implementation of Probabilistic Safety Analysis (PSA) for major nuclear projects.Growth Potential: Integral role in shaping and growing our nuclear safety consultancy practice.The Role: You will be responsible for providing high-quality, high-value consultancy that helps clients navigate complex safety challenges and meet rigorous regulatory standards.PSA Model Development: Lead the development and maintenance of sophisticated Probabilistic Safety Analysis (PSA) models for nuclear facilities.Leadership & Mentoring: Direct, lead, and mentor PSA work delivered by junior staff members and contractors, fostering technical excellence.Risk-Informed Arguments: Utilise PSA techniques to develop robust, risk-informed safety arguments supporting design, commissioning, operational safety, and design change.Regulatory Liaison: Liaise with regulators as necessary, providing expert technical justification and support for safety case submissions.Safety Assurance: Perform independent safety assurance reviews and support the delivery of periodic safety reviews for nuclear systems and facilities.Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients and partner organisations to manage ongoing PSA model implementation and develop effective safety cases and risk management plans.Requirements:We seek an individual with a strong foundation in nuclear safety regulation and practical PSA application.PSA Expertise: Strong practical experience with established PSA tools, such as Reliability Workbench and RiskSpectrum.Nuclear Knowledge: Demonstrable knowledge of Nuclear Authorising Conditions and/or Licensing Conditions is essential.Leadership Skills: Proven ability and willingness to lead, develop, and mentor junior colleagues.Consultancy Focus: Strong customer focus and the ability to develop commercially astute strategies for securing new work.Security & Nationality: Due to the nature of the work, you must be a sole UK national and be able to satisfy criteria for UK National Security Vetting (SC and/or DV clearance is highly desirable).We value our people and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal life:Competitive Annual Bonus (linked to performance)25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays (plus Loyalty Leave)Attractive Pension Scheme (matched contributions up to 8%)Private Healthcare, Life Assurance (4x salary), and Income Protection (75% of salary)Targeted Professional Development and Paid Professional Institution FeesFamily-Friendly PoliciesIf you are a talented Nuclear PSA professional ready to lead high-stakes projects in a dynamic and supportive environment, we encourage you to applyServices advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. xwwtmva For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.