HM Specialist Inspector – Major Hazard Risk Assessment –

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Specialist Inspector to join their Major Hazards Risk Assessment Unit. This role is crucial for evaluating technical risks associated with major hazard sites and providing essential advice to stakeholders. The position involves collaboration with various government bodies and requires a strong focus on public safety in land use planning. As part of a two-year Specialist Training Programme, you'll gain in-depth knowledge and skills related to major hazards regulation. If you are passionate about safety and risk management, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in evaluating technical risks associated with major hazards.
• Ability to provide statutory and commercial advice on hazardous installations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate technical risks to people associated with COMAH establishments.
• Provide advice to stakeholders on risks from major hazard installations.
• Maintain methodologies and hazard assessment tools.

Skills

Risk Assessment

Technical Policy Development

Stakeholder Communication

Project Management

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Specialist Training Programme (STP)

Tools

Hazard Assessment Tools

Job description

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Client:

HSE

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Finance

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

The Major Hazards Risk Assessment Unit (MHRAU) within CEMHD is responsible for contributing to the regulation of onshore major hazard sites, focusing on assessing risks from Control of Major Accident Hazards’ (COMAH) establishments. The unit collaborates with other government parts, including Scotland and Wales, providing statutory land use planning advice on development around major hazard sites and pipelines to authorities, duty holders, developers, and the public. It also offers statutory advice on hazardous substances consent applications for businesses handling significant quantities of flammable or toxic substances. Ensuring public safety in land use planning related to major hazards is central to its activities. The unit’s statutory activities cover onshore installations and pipelines under various regulations, including:

• 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 technical risks to people associated with COMAH establishments, focusing on technical assessments rather than occupational risks.
• Providing statutory and commercial advice on risks from onshore major hazard installations and pipelines to stakeholders such as local authorities, government departments, and developers.
• Maintaining technical policy topics, methodologies, hazard assessment tools, and supporting guidance.
• Commissioning scientific studies and overseeing their delivery.
• Representing HSE at land use planning appeals, inquiries, and technical gatherings.

Please note: This role requires occasional travel to sites, which may involve overnight stays.

Training:

As a Specialist Inspector, you will undergo a two-year Specialist Training Programme (STP), including in-depth legal training and assessments on occupational health and safety. Successful completion is required. Additional technical training related to major hazards regulation will be provided alongside on-the-job training to develop your expertise.