DSEAR Engineer - Mechanical

Anglian Water Services; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a DSEAR Engineer, where your mechanical expertise will play a crucial role in ensuring safety and compliance in high-risk environments. You'll conduct inspections, lead compliance initiatives, and mentor technicians, all while contributing to the protection of critical infrastructure. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact on safety standards and operational excellence. With ongoing training and a supportive team, you'll thrive in an environment that values your contributions and prioritizes sustainability.

Benefits

Personal private health care

Company Van

Life cover – 8x annual salary

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working opportunities

Competitive pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Ongoing training and development pathways

Qualifications

• Recognized mechanical qualification and CompEX certifications required.
• Strong knowledge of DSEAR documentation and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical inspections and risk evaluations in hazardous areas.
• Lead compliance efforts and support remedial work delivery.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Risk Assessment

DSEAR Compliance

Communication Skills

Project Leadership

Education

ONC/OND/NVQ3 or equivalent

Tools

Thermography

Vibration Analysis

Job description

Shape a Safer, More Resilient Future with Anglian Water

Do you have the mechanical expertise and safety-first mindset to help protect critical infrastructure? Are you driven to ensure compliance in high-risk environments and support operational excellence? If so, we have a unique opportunity for you.

We’re looking for a DSEAR Engineer – Mechanical to join our specialist Process Safety team. As a Subject Matter Expert, you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR) across a wide range of Anglian Water sites, contributing directly to the safety of people, assets, and the environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

This is a key technical role where you’ll carry out mechanical inspections, site assessments, and detailed risk evaluations within potentially explosive atmospheres. You’ll lead compliance efforts, identify and support delivery of remedial work, and act as a trusted advisor across the business.

Your responsibilities will include:

Performing close and detailed inspections of mechanical assets in hazardous areas, following industry best practices

Completing site-wide assessments to evaluate ignition risks, system integrity, and safety signage

Using tools such as thermography and vibration analysis to support preventative maintenance

Reviewing and updating classification reports, zone drawings, and certification documentation

Producing high-quality inspection reports and risk assessments to demonstrate legal compliance

Identifying remedial needs and supporting safe, compliant delivery of capital works

Auditing internal teams and external contractors to ensure safe systems of work

Supporting design and implementation of control measures under CDM regulations

Coaching and mentoring DSEAR Technicians, Apprentices, and Competent Persons

Advising on the specification and replacement of mechanical or EX-rated equipment

Deputising for the DSEAR Technical Manager and collaborating with industry groups

About You

You’re a safety-conscious mechanical professional with experience in hazardous areas and a passion for high standards . You can work autonomously, communicate effectively across disciplines, and take pride in supporting compliance and continuous improvement.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

A recognised mechanical qualification (ONC/OND/NVQ3 or equivalent)
CompEX certifications relevant to mechanical work (e.g. EX11, EX12, EX14)
Strong working knowledge of DSEAR documentation and BS EN 60079-14 & 17
Understanding of EX protection methods such as EXh , EXc , and EXk
Experience performing inspections and risk assessments in explosive environments
Familiarity with thermography, vibration monitoring, and preventative maintenance tools
Project leadership experience from inspection through to completion
Working knowledge of Water Supply and Recycling operations
Understanding of CDM regulations and process safety principles
Strong risk perception and the ability to influence safe behaviours and best practices

Why Join Us?

At Anglian Water, safety and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do. As part of our dedicated DSEAR team, you’ll play a direct role in protecting critical infrastructure and supporting a safer future for all.

You’ll 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 you’re looking for a meaningful role that combines technical challenge with real-world safety outcomes, apply today to become Anglian Water’s next DSEAR Engineer .

About the company

Anglian Water is a water company that operates in the East of England.