HM Specialist Inspector – Major Hazard Risk Assessment –

TN United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Specialist Inspector to join their Major Hazards Risk Assessment Unit. In this pivotal role, you will evaluate technical risks associated with onshore major hazard installations and provide crucial advice to stakeholders. Your expertise will help maintain public safety and ensure compliance with regulations. As part of a two-year Specialist Training Programme, you'll gain in-depth knowledge of major hazard regulation and develop your skills through hands-on training. If you are passionate about safety and regulation, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in evaluating technical risks associated with major hazard installations.
• Knowledge of hazardous substances and land use planning regulations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate technical risks to people from major hazard installations.
• Provide statutory advice to local authorities and developers.

Skills

Technical Risk Assessment

Hazard Assessment Tools

Stakeholder Engagement

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or Engineering

Specialist Training Programme (STP)

Tools

Hazardous Substance Consent Regulations

Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations

Job description

Job Description:

The Major Hazards Risk Assessment Unit (MHRAU) within CEMHD is responsible for contributing to the regulation of onshore major hazard sites, with a focus on assessing major hazard risks from Control of Major Accident Hazards’ (COMAH) establishments. Working with other parts of Government, including Scotland and Wales, we deliver statutory land use planning advice on development around existing major hazard installations and pipelines to local authorities, duty holders, developers, and the public. MHRAU also provides statutory advice on hazardous substances consent applications for proposals involving significant quantities of flammable or toxic substances. Maintaining public safety assurance in land use planning related to major hazards is central to our activities. Our advice helps prevent major accidents and mitigate their consequences.

We undertake statutory activities on over major hazard onshore installations (including pipelines) under provisions such as:

• The Planning (Hazardous Substances) Regulations (Hazardous Substance Consent, HSC)
• Control of Major Accident Hazard Regulations (COMAH)
• The Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order

Your role will include:

• Evaluating the technical risk to people associated with COMAH establishments, focusing on technical assessment of major hazard risks rather than occupational risks.
• Providing statutory and commercial advice on risks from onshore major hazard installations and pipelines to stakeholders including local planning authorities, government departments, and developers.
• Maintaining technical policy topics, methodologies, hazard assessment tools, and guidance.
• Commissioning science and overseeing its delivery.
• Representing HSE at land use planning appeals, inquiries, and technical gatherings.

Please note: This role may require occasional travel to sites, including overnight stays.

Training:

As a Specialist Inspector, you will undergo a two-year Specialist Training Programme (STP), including legal training and assessments on occupational health and safety. You must pass the programme to complete your probation. Additional technical training on major hazard regulation and on-the-job training will be provided to establish your expertise.