Fire Safety Specialist / DSEAR Specialist

We have a current opportunity for a Fire Safety Specialist on a contract basis.

Role: Fire Safety Specialist/ DSEAR Specialist

Position: Contract

Location: HPC, Bridgwater, Somerset

Days on Site: 5

Duration: Initial CED 31^st Dec 2026

Pay: up to £467 PAYE / £634 Umbrella

Job Purpose / Overview

The DSEAR Specialist provides expert advice, assessment, and assurance on the safe management of dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres. 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 DSEAR Specialist is part of a team of specialist fire safety and compliance professionals reporting to the fire safety manager. The role will also require collaboration with colleagues in the chemicals, environment, and electrical assurance teams.

The main purpose of the job is to provide specialist guidance and assessment of the requirements of DSEAR to the Principal Contractor (NNB GenCo) to ensure that regulatory compliance is delivered and the risk and hazards presented to the site are fully understood across the site.

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.

Operating Environment

HPC project is one of the largest infrastructure projects in Europe. The project marks the rebirth of the UK's nuclear industry and will present invaluable opportunities for Somerset, the Southwest and wider UK. The project requires the expertise and support of many contractor organisations to deliver safely, to the right quality, on schedule and within budget.

The fire safety team manages fire safety for the HPC construction site and audits and assures fire safety standards are met and maintained throughout the project. The team work closely with the construction and delivery teams as well as the site contractors.

Principal Accountabilities

• Act as the PC'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.
• Anticipate future DSEAR needs on the construction site based on the anticipated risk profile.
• Support construction to continue in line with the project leads whilst ensuring legislative compliance and the HPC zero harm ambition.
• 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.
• To maintain an up-to-date knowledge and understanding of matters relevant to the post (including best sector practices and regulations) by means of literature searches, contacts with professional bodies, attending relevant meetings, courses, and conferences.
• Support the HPC Fire and Rescue/Emergency Preparedness/Health and Safety Teams.

Are you ready to be part of a project that's reshaping the energy landscape of the UK? This is your opportunity to make a significant impact on the construction of Hinkley Point C. If you have the skills and experience to lead this challenging endeavour, we want to hear from you.

What's in It for You

• Be Part of History: Work on the UK's first new nuclear power station in a generation.
• Scale & Impact: Over 22,000 workers contributing to a £36 billion project that supports 70,000+ UK jobs.
• Net Zero Future: Contribute to a project essential to Britain's low-carbon energy transformation.
• Career Development: Work in a multi-disciplinary environment with exposure to high-level planning and world-class logistics operations.

Application Information:

If this sounds of interest, please APPLY NOW with your CV and a cover letter highlighting your suitability for this exciting role.

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