Nuclear Safety Professionals | Relocate to Australia | Expression of Interest

Join one of the world's leading nuclear consultancies and help establish Australia's future naval nuclear capability through the AUKUS partnership. 

Mott MacDonald is a vibrant and forward-thinking engineering, management and development consultancy. We employ more than 800 nuclear professionals globally, supporting clients across defence nuclear, civil nuclear, fusion, decommissioning, waste management and major infrastructure programmes. 

As Australia develops a sovereign naval nuclear capability, we are seeking expressions of interest from experienced UK Nuclear Safety professionals interested in relocating to Australia and contributing to one of the most significant nuclear programmes in the world. 

Working alongside specialists from Australia, the UK and across our global business, you will have the opportunity to shape the safety approaches, assurance frameworks and technical justifications that will underpin Australia's future nuclear enterprise. 

Your Opportunity 

Whether you are a Nuclear Safety Case Engineer, Senior Safety Case Engineer, Principal Safety Case Engineer or Technical Lead, this is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise to a nation-building programme while continuing to develop your career within a globally recognised nuclear business. 

You will have opportunities to: 

• Develop and deliver complex nuclear safety cases and safety assessments. 

• Support safety substantiation, engineering justification and hazard management activities. 

• Contribute to regulatory engagement and licensing programmes. 

• Provide technical assurance across major defence and nuclear projects. 

• Work alongside multidisciplinary engineering, design and programme delivery teams. 

• Support the development of Australia's sovereign nuclear capability and future nuclear workforce. 

• Learn from and collaborate with leading nuclear specialists from across our global business. 

Where Your Experience Could Make an Impact 

Whether your background is in safety case development, safety assessment, engineering substantiation, nuclear assurance, regulatory support or hazard management, you'll have the opportunity to apply your expertise to programmes helping establish Australia's future naval nuclear capability. 

About You 

We are interested in hearing from professionals at all levels who bring: 

• A degree in engineering, physics, mathematics or another STEM discipline, or a have completed a relevant industrial apprenticeship. 

• Experience delivering nuclear safety case, safety assessment or safety assurance activities. 

• Experience within defence nuclear, civil nuclear or other highly regulated industries. 

• Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills. 

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities. 

• A commitment to technical excellence and continuous learning. 

• Chartered Engineer status or progress towards chartership. 

Most importantly, you will be motivated by the opportunity to help establish a new sovereign nuclear capability and leave a lasting legacy for Australia's future nuclear industry. 

Due to the nature of our defence projects, successful applicants will be required to obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance (Australian NV1 or UK SC/DV equivalent). We will support suitable candidates through the clearance process where required. 

Culture & Benefits 

At Mott MacDonald, you will join an employee-owned business where collaboration, technical excellence and professional development are at the heart of what we do. 

Our benefits package is designed to enhance your experience:  

• Flexible and agile ways of working. 

• Competitive remuneration and performance bonus opportunities. 

• Access to world-class technical networks and nuclear specialists. 

• Structured professional development and support towards chartership. 

• Opportunities to work across both Australian and international nuclear programmes. 

• A diverse and inclusive workplace where people can thrive and build rewarding long-term careers. 

Relocation & International Candidates 

We are actively seeking experienced Nuclear Safety professionals from the United Kingdom and other established nuclear markets to help shape Australia's future naval nuclear capability.  For candidates relocating to Adelaide, we offer relocation support and assistance with visa and mobility arrangements where applicable. 

This is an opportunity to combine a globally recognised nuclear career with an exceptional quality of life. Adelaide offers affordable housing, excellent schools, short commute times and world-class food, wine and outdoor lifestyle opportunities, making it an attractive destination for both individuals and families. 

Employee Ownership 

Our employee ownership model means no external investors, just us, creating a culture of shared success. 

• Our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, giving them a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. 

• As your career grows, so does your stake, recognising your long-term impact and contribution. 

• Your voice matters, with the opportunity to connect directly with senior leadership through formal channels to help shape our future.