Technical Author: UK BAT Standards for Slaughterhouses

Environment Agency; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK environmental agency is seeking a Technical Author to draft Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for the slaughterhouse and animal by-products industry. The successful candidate will work with Technical Working Groups and ensure the publication of industry-wide environmental standards. This role demands at least 5 years of experience in environmental regulation, expertise in relevant legislation, and strong analytical and project management skills. The position also offers flexibility and development opportunities within an inclusive work culture.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Development opportunities

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of working experience in the environmental regulation sector.
• Expert understanding of UK and EU industrial environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Draft BAT Conclusions and liaise with Technical Working Groups.
• Present final documents for publication as environmental standards.
• Promote an inclusive culture to support delivery and policy influence.

Skills

Specialist knowledge of the slaughterhouse and animal by-products industry

Good understanding of process engineering

Good understanding of environmental legislation and policy in the UK

Capability to critically analyse technical arguments and data

Ability to write technical documents

Good project management skills

Skilled at collection and analysis of complex industrial data

Verbal and written communication

Job description

A UK environmental agency is seeking a Technical Author to draft Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for the slaughterhouse and animal by-products industry. The successful candidate will work with Technical Working Groups and ensure the publication of industry-wide environmental standards. This role demands at least 5 years of experience in environmental regulation, expertise in relevant legislation, and strong analytical and project management skills. The position also offers flexibility and development opportunities within an inclusive work culture.