DSEAR Engineer - Electrical (ATEX Inspector) Location: Milton Keynes, Northampton, Bedford, or Peterborough Contract: Permanent Salary: Circa £50000 dependant on skills and experience Shape a Safer, More Resilient Future with Anglian Water Are you an experienced electrical professional with a passion for safety in hazardous areas? Do you want to play a vital role in safeguarding people, assets, and the environment by applying your technical expertise where it truly matters? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We’re looking for a DSEAR Engineer – Electrical to join our expert-led Process Safety team. As a recognised Subject Matter Expert, you’ll be central to our compliance with the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR), ensuring Anglian Water continues to lead the industry in safe, reliable, and sustainable water services. What You’ll Be Doing As a DSEAR Engineer, you’ll carry out ATEX inspections and risk assessments across a wide variety of electrical assets within potentially explosive atmospheres. You’ll take ownership of compliance documentation and support any resulting complex remedial work. Your responsibilities will include: · Conducting ATEX electrical inspections in hazardous areas under BS EN 60079-17 · Reviewing classification reports, zone drawings, and other safety documentation · Identify and help deliver remedial work based on asset risk, cost, and compliance · Performing risk assessments aligned with internal codes of practice · Auditing appointed persons and external contractors for safety and technical compliance · Advising on the selection and installation of ATEX/EX-rated electrical equipment · Mentoring and coaching DSEAR Technicians, Apprentices, and Competent Persons · Deputising for the DSEAR Technical Manager and representing the business where needed · Providing relevant advice and support to the wider business About You You’re a highly skilled electrician with proven experience in hazardous area compliance, inspections, and safety documentation. You’re driven by the need to do things properly, always striving for improvement while supporting others to do the same. You’re as confident analysing risk as you are engaging with stakeholders, and you have a sharp eye for detail when it comes to both inspections and compliance reporting. To succeed in this role, you’ll need: A recognised electrical qualification (ONC/OND/NVQ3 or equivalent) CompEx certification (minimum 01–04) – with 05–06 desirable C&G 2391 Electrical Inspection and Testing desirable Strong knowledge of BS EN 60079-14 & 17 and DSEAR relevant documentation Practical experience of inspection, maintenance, and risk mitigation in hazardous areas Understanding of flammable gas/liquid risks, and common EX protection concepts (e.g. EXd, EXe, EXi) Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience preparing detailed technical reports Familiarity with CDM Regulations and contractor auditing Why Join Us? At Anglian Water, we’re building a safer, more resilient future by putting process safety and environmental protection at the centre of our operations. As a DSEAR Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping how we manage hazardous areas and support innovation and excellence across our entire asset base. 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 ready to take ownership, apply your expertise, and be part of a team committed to protecting people and the planet, apply today to become Anglian Water’s next DSEAR Engineer. 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