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Nuclear Independent Oversight Professional Qualification (NIOP)

The Independent Oversight Working Group (IOWG)* ,in partnership with the Nuclear Institute, can offer professional recognition for Independent Oversight (IO) Professionals to demonstrate their competence in Independent Oversight.

The Independent Oversight (IO) Competency Framework developed in consultation with IO professionals and representatives of IOWG member organisations, aligns to the requirements for professional recognition as a Member (MNucI) or Fellow (FNucI) under the Nuclear Professionalism Standard.

NIOP recognition can be awarded alongside Member (MNucI) or Fellow (FNucI) to individuals who are working in the area of Independent Oversight (IO) in the nuclear industry.

*The IOWG is a sub-group of the UK Safety Directors’ Forum (SDF). They are the custodians of UK nuclear industry good practice in nuclear independent oversight, publishing and developing a Good Practice Guide (GPG), sponsoring Peer Assists of IO practice and benchmarking across the nuclear sector.

 

Who should apply for NIOP recognition?

If you:

  • Currently work within the independent oversight / assurance functions within the nuclear industry.
  • Can demonstrate oversight knowledge and skills – as outlined in the IO Competency Framework - and wish to gain recognition.
  • Wish to benchmark your abilities amongst independent oversight professionals across the nuclear industry as well as share good practice.

How to apply

Please complete the MF4 application form and submit it along with a detailed CV, organisation chart and your Professional Development Plan for the next 12 months (refer to the checklist at the end of the application form).

Please email your completed application to membership@nuclearinst.com. Do not send a hard copy.

Important:

  • If you wish to apply for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng), Chartered Scientist (CSci), or Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv), please contact membership@nuclearinst.com to request the appropriate registration form.

 

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