DSEAR Engineer Electrical (ATEX Inspector)

DSEAR Engineer - Electrical (ATEX Inspector)

Location: Milton Keynes Northampton Bedford or Peterborough

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Circa 50000 dependant on skills and experience

Shape a Safer More Resilient Future with Anglian Water

Are you an experienced electrical professional with a passion for safety in hazardous areas Do you want to play a vital role in safeguarding people assets and the environment by applying your technical expertise where it truly matters If so this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Were looking for a DSEAR Engineer Electrical to join our expert-led Process Safety team. As a recognised Subject Matter Expert youll be central to our compliance with the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR) ensuring Anglian Water continues to lead the industry in safe reliable and sustainable water services.

What Youll Be Doing

As a DSEAR Engineer youll carry out ATEX inspections and risk assessments across a wide variety of electrical assets within potentially explosive atmospheres. Youll take ownership of compliance documentation and support any resulting complex remedial work.

Your responsibilities will include:

Conducting ATEX electrical inspections in hazardous areas under BS EN 60079-17

Reviewing classification reports zone drawings and other safety documentation

Identify and help deliver remedial work based on asset risk cost and compliance

Performing risk assessments aligned with internal codes of practice

Auditing appointed persons and external contractors for safety and technical compliance

Advising on the selection and installation of ATEX/EX-rated electrical equipment

Mentoring and coaching DSEAR Technicians Apprentices and Competent Persons

Deputising for the DSEAR Technical Manager and representing the business where needed

Providing relevant advice and support to the wider business

About You

Youre a highly skilled electrician with proven experience in hazardous area compliance inspections and safety documentation. Youre driven by the need to do things properly always striving for improvement while supporting others to do the same. Youre as confident analysing risk as you are engaging with stakeholders and you have a sharp eye for detail when it comes to both inspections and compliance reporting.

To succeed in this role youll need:

• A recognised electrical qualification (ONC/OND/NVQ3 or equivalent)
• CompEx certification (minimum 0104) with 0506 desirable
• C&G 2391 Electrical Inspection and Testing desirable
• Strong knowledge of BS EN 60079-14 & 17 and DSEAR relevant documentation
• Practical experience of inspection maintenance and risk mitigation in hazardous areas
• Understanding of flammable gas/liquid risks and common EX protection concepts (e.g. EXd EXe EXi)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing detailed technical reports
• Familiarity with CDM Regulations and contractor auditing

Why Join Us

At Anglian Water were building a safer more resilient future by putting process safety and environmental protection at the centre of our operations. As a DSEAR Engineer youll play a pivotal role in shaping how we manage hazardous areas and support innovation and excellence across our entire asset base.

Youll benefit from:

Personal private health care

Company Van

Life cover 8x annual salary

26 days holiday plus bank holidays (with flexibility for religious holidays)

Flexible working opportunities

Competitive pension scheme we double-match your contributions up to 6%

Bonus scheme and a wide range of lifestyle benefits

Ongoing training and clear development pathways in a values-led organisation

Ready to Make an Impact

If youre ready to take ownership apply your expertise and be part of a team committed to protecting people and the planet apply today to become Anglian Waters next DSEAR Engineer.