Fire Safety - DSEAR - Specialist

Fire Safety - DSEAR - Specialist in Holford, Bridgwater (TA5), TA5 1UD | Morson Edge Search Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers HSE Manager JAM Recruitment Ltd Bristol (BS1) Up to £400 per day 1 month ago OME Safety Consultant Gold Group Cathay, Bristol (BS1), BS1 4HJ Negotiable 1 week ago Integrated Management System (IMS) Auditor Manpower Bridgwater (TA5) Up to £240 per day 3 weeks ago Health and Safety Advisor - Mechanical scope - Taunton - Permanent) £90,000 Mactech Energy Group Taunton Deane, Taunton (TA1) £90k per year 2 weeks ago Fire Safety Specialist - DSEAR Mactech Energy Group Bridgwater (TA5), TA5 £403.17 - 561.65 per day 2 weeks ago Health & Safety Advisor BAM UK & Ireland Stogursey, Bridgwater (TA5), TA5 Competitive salary & benefits package including Wellbeing Days 1 week ago HSE Officer - Bristol Beverages Encirc Ltd Bristol (BS1) £45656 - £51896 per annum 2 weeks ago Health and Safety Advisor (NIGHTS) Mactech Energy Group Taunton Deane, Taunton (TA1) £100k per year 2 weeks ago Fire Safety Specialist / DSEAR Specialist Rullion Limited Holford, Bridgwater (TA5), TA5 1UD £467 - £634 per day + PAYE/ Umbrella 2 weeks ago Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor M Group Stogursey, Bridgwater (TA5), TA5 Competitive, plus benefits 1 month ago HSE Manager JAM Recruitment Ltd Bristol (BS1) Up to £400 per day 1 month ago OME Safety Consultant Gold Group Cathay, Bristol (BS1), BS1 4HJ Negotiable 1 week ago Integrated Management System (IMS) Auditor Manpower Bridgwater (TA5) Up to £240 per day 3 weeks ago Health and Safety Advisor - Mechanical scope - Taunton - Permanent) £90,000 Mactech Energy Group Taunton Deane, Taunton (TA1) £90k per year 2 weeks ago Fire Safety Specialist - DSEAR Mactech Energy Group Bridgwater (TA5), TA5 £403.17 - 561.65 per day 2 weeks ago Health & Safety Advisor BAM UK & Ireland Stogursey, Bridgwater (TA5), TA5 Competitive salary & benefits package including Wellbeing Days 1 week ago HSE Officer - Bristol Beverages Encirc Ltd Bristol (BS1) £45656 - £51896 per annum 2 weeks ago Health and Safety Advisor (NIGHTS) Mactech Energy Group Taunton Deane, Taunton (TA1) £100k per year 2 weeks ago Fire Safety Specialist / DSEAR Specialist Rullion Limited Holford, Bridgwater (TA5), TA5 1UD £467 - £634 per day + PAYE/ Umbrella 2 weeks ago Health, Safety & Wellbeing Advisor M Group Stogursey, Bridgwater (TA5), TA5 Competitive, plus benefits 1 month ago Fire Safety - DSEAR - Specialist Morson Edge Holford, Bridgwater (TA5), TA5 1UD Contract Published: 2 weeks ago Market related Fire Safety - DSEAR - Specialist Morson Edge Location: Project Site based, Bridgwater, Somerset Duration: Approved until 31dec26 (renewable) Status: Contract - ** INSIDE IR35 ** Reports to: Fire Safety Manager Morson Edge are working with a major player in the Energy Sector who have a current requirement for a Fire Safety (DSEAR) Specialist (Contract) , to join their established Project team in Bridgwater. This is a unique opportunity to add value, knowledge and experience as this nationally significant infrastructure Project transitions to the next phase of construction. Job Purpose / Overview The DSEAR Specialist provides expert advice, assessment, and assurance on the safe management of dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres. The main purpose of the job is to provide specialist guidance and assessment of the requirements of DSEAR to the Principal Contractor to ensure that regulatory compliance is delivered and the risk and hazards presented to the site are fully understood across the site. The role ensures organisational compliance with the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR) 2002, supports safe operational practices, and reduces fire and explosion risk across the Hinkley Point C (HPC) project. The post holder will also support and promote the development of a positive DSEAR awareness and compliance culture amongst a wide array of contractors and stakeholders, support the development and implementation of DSEAR systems and policies, undertaking DSEAR assessments and reviews, report on DSEAR relevant issues to personnel and committees, and general compliance across the HPC site. Principal Accountabilities Act as the Principal Contractor's SME for DSEAR providing specialist advice and guidance to the project and contractors. Conducting, reviewing, and approving DSEAR assessments to identify and evaluate risks associated with dangerous substances. Implementing and overseeing control measures to mitigate risks, such as fire prevention and explosion protection. Managing legal registers and ensuring compliance with statutory, regulatory, and non-regulatory provisions. Providing consultancy, advice, guidance, and regulatory support to ensure that all aspects of DSEAR compliance are met. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of HSE guidance, British Standards, and best practices in the field. Support the development of DSEAR arrangements (both general and process related) and procedures that meet legislative requirements and follow best practice. To develop, maintain, and review the implementation of the Principal Contractors DSEAR policy and DSEAR management arrangements and assessments, in conjunction with the multitude of other contractors, as part of the process of ensuring legal compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Provide the regulators with confidence in the adequacy of DSEAR arrangements on site. Support the review of DSEAR risk assessments carried out by other organisations concerned with the HPC project. Delivering monthly and annual objectives, goals, and KPIs to support the project. To support investigation into DSEAR related incidents on the construction site and at its associated development areas. Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience Essential Skills & Knowledge In-depth knowledge of DSEAR 2002, ATEX Directives, and relevant ACoPs. Strong understanding of explosion science, hazardous properties, CLP, and ignition source control. Experience conducting DSEAR assessments and hazardous area classification. Ability to interpret engineering drawings. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a pragmatic approach. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to simplify technical content. Qualifications & Experience Degree in Engineering, Fire Safety, Process Safety, Chemistry, or related discipline. DSEAR-specific training or competency accreditation (e.g., CompEx Ex12 and Ex14, NEBOSH Fire/Process Safety). Experience in COMAH, process industries, manufacturing, labs, or fuel environments. Experience auditing Ex-rated equipment and installations. Additional Requirements A good level of knowledge of general fire safety arrangements for construction sites and complex sites, along with fire safety equipment and systems. A good working knowledge/understanding of process fire risk in relation to high-risk activities. An understanding of fire safety implications in relation to DSEAR. Self-motivated and able to manage their own work priorities and actions. Ability to assimilate, analyse and present complex problems, identify necessary action, make recommendations and ensure actions are implemented. Understanding of the principles of risk assessment including dynamic risk assessment especially in a construction environment. 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