DSEAR Process Safety Consultant

Company: VGS RPO Services
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Location: London
Job Description:

Process Safety Consultant – covering London & the South

£500 per day (outside IR35) + mileage + overnight accommodation (as required) + long-term varied & interesting contract work

We are looking to engage with a qualified Process Safety Consultant on an ongoing contract basis to assist a variety of clients in managing their risks associated with potentially explosive atmospheres and hazardous materials.

Ideally, you will be located in the Greater London area or close to a main arterial route in the South, SW of the UK and be willing to cover projects as far as Milton Keynes, London & down to Portsmouth / Southampton. This will suit an individual who is currently a Contractor, has other clients, and is happy to add extra ad-hoc long-term work to their portfolio.

Process Safety Consultant remit:

  • Conduct DSEAR audits and risk assessments, offering practical risk mitigation strategies
  • Work independently to deliver high-quality DSEAR / H&S Risk Assessments across a varied client base.
  • Develop and support implementation of safety management systems
  • Provide technical advice and consulting to clients across industries to include oil & gas, chemicals, and pharma
  • Keep up to date with industry regulations and best practice
  • Deliver exceptional client service and build long-term professional relationships
  • Client relationship management; deal with queries & challenges effectively and appropriately, offering expert advice and solutions

Process Safety Consultant profile:

  • Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related field
  • A member of IchemE, CertIOSH, CMIOSH – or working towards this through active CPD
  • Min 5 years’ experience in process safety, ideally within oil & gas, chemical, or pharma
  • Demonstrated experience in leading and chairing studies such as HAZOP, Process Hazard Review (PHR), and Hazard Identification studies.
  • In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and standards around DSEAR (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations).
  • Confident developing process safety systems and offering expert consultancy
  • Full UK driving licence + use of a car

If the above Process Safety Consultant opportunity looks of interest, you have the relevant qualifications, skills & experience and you are happy to take on long-term contract work, then please send us your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch

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Posted: July 17th, 2026