About SOCOTEC
SOCOTEC’s Environment and Safety team provides expert environmental, health and safety consultancy and compliance services to help organisations manage risk, protect people and safeguard the environment. Our services include environmental monitoring and consultancy, water safety and hygiene solutions with Legionella risk assessments and water system management, fire safety consultancy and inspections, occupational hygiene assessments and workplace exposure monitoring, and specialist advisory support on regulatory and sustainability challenges. We use industry-leading tools and science-based approaches to deliver accurate data, practical guidance and innovative solutions that ensure compliance with UK legislation, minimise environmental impact and create healthier, safer workplaces for clients.
Benefits
19 competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family‑friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.
Job Description
DSEAR Consultant – SOCOTEC – Home Based (covering the South of the UK)
Join SOCOTEC as a DSEAR Consultant and play a key role in helping clients manage risk, stay compliant, and keep people safe.
As part of our growing Environment & Safety Division, you’ll be the expert our clients turn to for clear, practical DSEAR guidance. You’ll carry out professional assessments across a wide range of sites, advising on corrective actions and helping organisations meet their obligations under the DSEAR Regulations 2002 and ACOP L138.
We’re looking for a proactive, flexible, and dependable consultant who can work both independently and collaboratively across varied projects. If you’re passionate about safety, thrive on problem‑solving, and want to be part of a team that values your expertise, this is your opportunity to make a real impact — and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.
Responsibilities
- Deliver expert DSEAR assessments, advising clients on corrective actions and compliance with DSEAR Regulations 2002 and ACOP L138.
- Provide end‑to‑end DSEAR consultancy — from hazardous area classification and equipment selection (ATEX) to developing practical engineering solutions.
- Prepare prioritised action plans, HAC schedules, and zone drawings to support safe design and operation.
- Ensure all work meets SOCOTEC standards, policies and client requirements.
- Continuously develop your professional skills and support business growth by identifying new opportunities.
Qualifications
- Experience working and advising in line with DSEAR regulations.
- Preparation of HAC schedules and drawing mark‑ups to indicate extent of hazardous zones.
- Experience advising on selection of equipment within ATEX zones and risk of ignition from mechanical sources.
- High levels of customer service and delivery.
Why SOCOTEC
Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. Our people are at the centre of our success: we attract exceptional talent and empower them to deliver excellence on diverse, challenging projects. In this role you will not just be another employee — you will be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry’s finest professionals.
Your Career, Your Way
Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines – all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.
Work Your Way
Local, national or global projects. Office‑based, remote or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.
Committed to Your Growth
From day one, you’ll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programmes. We support every step of your professional journey.
Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.
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