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Process Safety Senior Consultant (Associate)

Location: Hybrid (Southampton / Leeds / Aberdeen) Salary: £70 per hour DOE Contract: Associate / Self Employed basis

Do you want to boost the future towards a safe, secure and sustainable world?

We are DEKRA UK, part of a global organisation employing over 49,000 people in more than 60 countries!

In the UK, we deliver a wide range of services spanning all industry types including but not limited to oil and gas, insurance, manufacturing, and chemical and process safety industries as well as services to the automotive sector.

We are now recruiting for a Process Safety Senior Consultant to join the team on an associate basis

A Day in the Life and the Impact You’ll Make:

As a Process Safety Senior Consultant, your day will be varied and impactful, combining technical expertise with client engagement and leadership.

You’ll lead and review complex hazard and risk assessments such as HAZOPs, QRAs, and DSEAR studies, while supporting clients in embedding robust process safety practices across their operations.

Alongside producing high-quality technical reports and contributing to project delivery, you’ll collaborate with colleagues, mentor junior team members, and support business development activities.

Your work will play a critical role in helping clients manage risk, meet regulatory requirements, and operate safely and efficiently, making a direct and lasting impact on both people and performance.

What You’ll Do:

· Lead and review key process hazard and risk assessments, including HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA, SWIFT, QRA, OBRA, and FTA · Develop and implement Process Safety Management frameworks and the different techniques/toolkits for delivery of each of the areas including PHA and Risk assessment, QRA/OBRA.

· Run audits of client PSM systems.

· Develop and implement Safety Reports and Safety Cases in line with regulations such as COMAH

· Provide expert guidance on embedding process safety across design, operations, and maintenance

· Conduct specialised assessments, including DSEAR risk assessments and relief/vent sizing studies

· Produce technical reports and support business development while mentoring junior team members

What You’ll Bring:

· Master’s or Bachelors degree (M.Eng/M.Sc) in Process Safety, Loss Prevention, Safety, Chemical, Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical Engineering (or any other relevant engineering discipline) supported by 5-10 years’ experience in Process Safety, Loss Prevention, Safety Engineering (directly or indirectly) as part of a manufacturing site or consultancy OR

· 10+ years of experience in a Process Safety (or equivalent) role with clear evidence of senior responsibility with PSM implementation and in-house developed expertise in the areas listed for the role

· Experience with developing scopes of work based on (internal or external) client requirements

· Experience in project management and task/budget control

· You must have a limited company with Public Liability and Professional Indemnity and Employers Liability insurance aligned with DEKRA’s minimum requirements or onboard through an umbrella company.

Nice to Have:

· Experience in Relief/Venting, Chemical Reaction Hazards and/or DSEAR/ATEX, is desirable, but not essential.

· Experience of development and implementation of Functional Safety (IEC61511) requirements

Let's create a safer world today. Apply now and join a team that values your expertise and passion.

At DEKRA we value your unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace for all team members.

Junior Process Safety Consultant

Location: Hybrid – Southampton based, SO16 7NS Salary: Competitive, DOE + Excellent Benefits! Contract: Full time, Fixed Term Contract until December 2026

Do you want to boost the future towards a safe, secure and sustainable world?

At DEKRA we deal with future topics in every field of work: from vehicle inspection to cyber security, from product testing to clean energies or from automated driving to artificial intelligence.

We anticipate technical developments early on and drive industry transformation as thought leaders.

For the exciting tasks that lie ahead we are looking for skilled and passionate people who want to grow and achieve their best in a global team.

Enthusiasts wanting to do meaningful work and to make a contribution as a trusted partner for our clients and for society. People like you.

A Day in the Life and the Impact You’ll Make:

A typical day as a Junior Process Safety Consultant at DEKRA is varied, hands-on, and highly impactful.

You’ll support expert teams in delivering critical safety studies like HAZOPs and risk assessments, contribute to technical reports, and help prepare and coordinate client workshops.

From analysing data and modelling risks to collaborating with colleagues and engaging with clients, you’ll play a key role in ensuring projects run smoothly, safely, and on time.

Every task you complete contributes to helping clients identify and manage major hazards, protecting people, assets, and operations while building your expertise as a trusted specialist in process safety.

What You’ll Do:

· Support the delivery of key Process Safety studies, including HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, and risk assessments

· Assist in preparing technical reports, safety documentation, and client-ready insights

· Carry out basic risk modelling and analysis for quantitative safety studies (e.g. QRA, FTA)

· Help plan and coordinate workshops, ensuring smooth project delivery and client engagement

· Collaborate with internal teams and clients to deliver high-quality, on-time safety solutions

What You’ll Bring:

· A degree in Process Safety, Chemical or related Engineering discipline, or up to 3 years’ relevant experience

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly

· Good attention to detail and ability to produce accurate technical reports

· A proactive, organised approach to managing tasks and deadlines

· Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a client-focused environment

Nice to Have:

· Exposure to Process Safety methodologies (e.g. HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA, QRA)

· Awareness of COMAH, DSEAR, or similar regulatory frameworks

· Experience supporting technical projects or working in a consultancy environment

· Familiarity with risk modelling or analysis tools

· Interest in developing expertise in process safety and risk management

What You’ll Receive for the Value You Bring:

· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

· Holiday buy and sell scheme

· Private health insurance

· Pension contribution

· Employee referral scheme

· Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

· Eye test vouchers

· Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Let's create a safer world today. Apply now and join a team that values your expertise and passion.

At DEKRA we value your unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace for all team members.

Junior Laboratory Technician

Location: On-site, Southampton – SO16 7NS Salary: £22,500 - £24,500 per annum, DOE + Excellent Benefits! Contract: 1 x Permanent and 1 x FTC Maternity Cover (up to one year)

Do you want to boost the future towards a safe, secure and sustainable world?

At DEKRA we deal with future topics in every field of work: from vehicle inspection to cyber security, from product testing to clean energies or from automated driving to artificial intelligence.

We anticipate technical developments early on and drive industry transformation as thought leaders.

For the exciting tasks that lie ahead we are looking for skilled and passionate people who want to grow and achieve their best in a global team.

Enthusiasts wanting to do meaningful work and to make a contribution as a trusted partner for our clients and for society. People like you.

A Day in the Life and the Impact You’ll Make:

As a Junior Laboratory Technician, you’ll support a safe and efficient lab by carrying out testing, performing calibrations, and ensuring compliance with GLP standards.

You’ll maintain accurate records, assist with SOP updates, and work closely with your team on testing, equipment, and supplies, while also sharing results with clients. Your role is key to upholding quality, safety, and reliable laboratory operations as you build your technical skills.

What You’ll Do:

· Ensure the laboratories are maintained in a clean and safe condition.

· Order consumable items and chemicals for use in study experiments.

· Assist in the purchase of new laboratory equipment.

· Conduct and assist other team members with testing in the laboratories.

What You’ll Bring:

· A strong work ethic

· Methodical approach to tasks with good dexterity

· Strong computer skills

· Knowledge of Microsoft Office

· Ability work on your own and within a team

· Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s)

Nice to Have:

· An interest in science (chemistry/physics)

· GCSE grade C (grade 4) or above in English, Maths and Science

· Own transport

What You’ll Receive for the Value You Bring:

· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

· Holiday buy and sell scheme

· Private health insurance

· Pension contribution

· Employee referral scheme

· Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

· Eye test vouchers

· Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Let's create a safer world today. Apply now and join a team that values your expertise and passion.

At DEKRA we value your unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace for all team members.

Process Safety Senior Consultant

Location: Based from DEKRA Ops offices in Southampton, Leeds or Aberdeen – Hybrid and Remote working considered Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 DOE + Car Allowance Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Do you want to boost the future towards a safe, secure and sustainable world?

We are DEKRA UK, part of a global organisation employing over 49,000 people in more than 60 countries!

We are now recruiting for a Process Safety Senior Consultant to join the team.

A Day in the Life and the Impact You’ll Make:

As a Process Safety Senior Consultant, your day will be varied and impactful, combining technical expertise with client engagement and leadership.

You’ll lead and review complex hazard and risk assessments such as HAZOPs, QRAs, and DSEAR studies, while supporting clients in embedding robust process safety practices across their operations.

Alongside producing high-quality technical reports and contributing to project delivery, you’ll collaborate with colleagues, mentor junior team members, and support business development activities.

What You’ll Do:

· Run audits of client PSM systems.

· Develop and implement Safety Reports and Safety Cases in line with regulations such as COMAH

· Provide expert guidance on embedding process safety across design, operations, and maintenance

· Conduct specialised assessments, including DSEAR risk assessments and relief/vent sizing studies

· Produce technical reports and support business development while mentoring junior team members

What You’ll Bring:

· Master’s degree (M.Eng/M.Sc) in Process Safety, Loss Prevention, Safety, Chemical, Electrical/Electronic, Mechanical Engineering (or any other relevant engineering discipline) supported by 5-10 years’ experience in Process Safety, Loss Prevention, Safety Engineering (directly or indirectly) as part of a manufacturing site or consultancy OR

· Experience with developing scopes of work based on (internal or external) client requirements

· Experience in project management and task/budget control

Nice to Have:

· Experience in Relief/Venting, Chemical Reaction Hazards and/or DSEAR/ATEX, is desirable, but not essential.

· Experience of development and implementation of Functional Safety (IEC61511) requirements

What You’ll Receive for the Value You Bring:

· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

· Holiday buy and sell scheme

· Private health insurance

· Pension contribution

· Employee referral scheme

· Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

· Eye test vouchers

· Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Let's create a safer world today. Apply now and join a team that values your expertise and passion.

At DEKRA we value your unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive workplace for all team members.

Project Coordinator (OSR Operations)

Location: Southampton, Leeds or Aberdeen / Remote (with occasional travel) Salary: up to £31,500 (DOE) Contract: Full-time, Permanent

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity to join DEKRA’s Consulting division as a Project Coordinator, supporting the delivery of complex OPS consulting projects with a focus on OSR operations.

Working closely with Project Managers, technical teams and clients, you’ll play a key role in ensuring projects run smoothly, on time and in line with DEKRA’s Project Management Approach (PMA). This role offers strong exposure to project delivery, stakeholder engagement and operational coordination within a global, highly respected organisation.

Duties of the Role:

· Support Project Managers in planning, scheduling and coordinating project activities

· Monitor project progress, updating timelines and tracking milestones

· Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, files and compliance records

· Prepare status reports, meeting agendas and client updates

· Organise and facilitate internal and client meetings, ensuring actions and decisions are recorded

· Coordinate project resources, schedules and logistics

· Act as a key point of contact for client queries, ensuring timely and professional responses

· Support the development and maintenance of strong client relationships

· Gather client requirements and ensure alignment with project objectives

· Coordinate OSR operational support including assessments, materials preparation and consultant logistics

· Ensure all activities align with DEKRA’s Project Management Approach (PMA) and internal processes

Key Attributes of the Ideal Candidate:

· Experience supporting or coordinating projects within a professional environment

· Strong organisational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage competing priorities

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

· Confident working with internal stakeholders and external clients

· High attention to detail with a commitment to quality and accuracy

· Proactive, solutions-focused approach

Desirable:

· Degree in Business Administration, Management or similar

· Experience using project management tools (e.g. MS Project, Trello)

· Experience in a client-facing or consulting environment

Key Competencies:

· Effective time management and prioritisation

· Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

· Team collaboration and interpersonal ability

· Adaptability in a fast-paced, changing environment

Any Additional Information: This role requires occasional travel to client sites and DEKRA offices.

Interested yet? Apply today!

No agencies please.

Sales Executive – Process Safety

Location: Home / Hybrid (with travel to Southampton office and client sites as required) Salary: £32-38 DOE + 10% Bonus. Contract: Full-time, Permanent

The Role

DEKRA has an exciting opportunity for a motivated sales professional looking to develop their career in a true end-to-end sales role.

This is not a traditional SDR or order-taking position you’ll be responsible for creating and converting your own opportunities, managing your pipeline, and developing your commercial capability within a structured and supportive sales environment.

You’ll play a key role in a growing commercial function, contributing to the shift from reactive sales to proactive, value-driven engagement, with clear progression opportunities as the team continues to evolve.

What’s in it for you:

· A true end-to-end sales role with ownership of your pipeline and results

· Clear targets, performance bonus, and visibility of success

· A balanced role combining inbound enquiries with proactive prospecting

· Opportunity to develop your sales capability in a technical, consultative environment

· Exposure across multiple safety-focused business areas

· Strong progression opportunities within a growing commercial function

Duties of the Role:

· Proactively prospect into target accounts using phone-first and digital outreach

· Follow up inbound enquiries and marketing-generated leads, converting them into opportunities

· Reactivate dormant and lapsed accounts, identifying new commercial potential

· Manage and close smaller, transactional opportunities end-to-end

· Qualify and escalate larger or more complex opportunities to senior sales colleagues

· Maintain consistent follow-up across all opportunities to drive pipeline momentum

· Accurately update CRM systems to ensure visibility of pipeline, activity, and progress

· Work closely with Sales Managers and Sector Leads to progress and hand over opportunities

· Share customer insights and market intelligence with the wider sales team

Key Attributes of the Ideal Candidate:

· Previous experience in a sales, BDR, SDR or customer-facing commercial role

· Confident communicating via phone and digital channels

· Driven, proactive, and motivated to develop a career in sales

· Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple opportunities

· Commercial awareness with a focus on results and performance

· Resilient with a positive, high-energy approach

· Background of technical knowledge, particularly of chemistry or chemical engineering would be a significant benefit.

What Success Looks Like:

· Comfortable leading sales conversations across the full sales cycle

· Consistent and disciplined in follow-up activity

· Able to manage high volumes of activity without compromising quality

· Understands when to close independently and when to escalate

· Takes ownership of pipeline, performance, and personal development

Benefits:

· Competitive salary and bonus structure

· Career development and progression opportunities

· Collaborative and supportive team environment

· Exposure to a global, industry-leading organisation

Additional Information: This role includes occasional travel to DEKRA offices and client sites.

No agencies please.

Executive Management Associate Consultant - Safety

Location: Remotely based – National and international travel is required, approximately 70% Salary: Pay is based on several factors including market location position-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and placement in a specific consulting level based on experience and work history. Contract: Associate / Contractor / Self Employed basis

We are DEKRA UK, part of a global organisation employing over 49,000 people in more than 60 countries! In the UK, we deliver a wide range of services spanning all industry types including but not limited to automotive, oil and gas, insurance, manufacturing, and chemical and process safety industries.

We are now recruiting for an Executive Management Associate Consultant to work on a contractor basis, managing the highest executive relationship with the client and assuming responsibility for guiding the entire project.

You will have overall responsibility for project execution, client results and the client relationship.

This role serves as the overall Program Manager and may have additional Lead Consultants / Project Managers reporting to them.

As an Executive Management Associate Consultant, you will play a key role in driving meaningful change for our clients by both developing and coaching project teams to strengthen their consulting capabilities, and delivering practical, results-driven solutions that improve safety performance and deliver measurable ROI.

This is a senior, client-facing position where you will build lasting relationships with executives, acting as a trusted advisor who understands their strategic priorities and uncovers opportunities to broaden and deepen engagement over time.

Additionally, as our Executive Management Associate Consultant you will be responsible for:

· Acting as a trusted advisor to client executives and senior leaders, providing coaching and strategic guidance.

· Delivering DEKRA’s Executive Leading with Safety® and other consulting solutions with fluency and credibility.

· Understanding client objectives and adapt DEKRA’s models to maximise success and measurable outcomes.

· Leading, supporting and coordinating project teams to ensure delivery of integrated, aligned solutions.

· Tracking and managing progress against client objectives, making adjustments as needed to achieve results.

· Maintaining effective communication with both client leadership and internal delivery teams.

· Providing clear performance feedback and support development of project team members.

· Managing project delivery plans, ensuring effective resource utilisation and financial performance.

· Identifying and developing opportunities to expand and deepen client relationships and engagements.

· Upholding DEKRA’s commitment to a safe, healthy, and high-performance working environment.

In order to be successful in this role you must have:

· 15+ years of experience in leadership roles including executive experience with safety responsibility

· Advanced degree or Certification preferred

· Presence in front of C-suite Leaders

· Demonstrated cognitive flexibility

· Ability to function with ambiguity

· Deep knowledge of DEKRA solutions

· Ability to interpret the impact of non-safety processes on safety and culture

· Ability to develop a strategic plan which supports the scope of work and overall safety excellence

· Ability to manage client excellence and DEKRA business

· Ability to create a project team culture that supports and aligns with OSR values

· Fluency with various Governance structures and how they “fit” and function in various situations

· Fluency with Metrics and the ability to propose specific metrics for the client

· Fluency in applying effective change management

· Fluency in SMS best practices and ability to propose enhancements to close gaps

· Ability to lead a matrixed team

· Ability to develop others

· Technical aptitude

· International business experience and speaking additional language(s) is desirable

· A limited company with Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurance aligned with DEKRA’s minimum requirements or onboard through an umbrella company.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on “APPLY” today!

No agencies please.

Executive Management Consultant - Safety

Location: Remotely based – National and international travel is required, approximately 70% Salary: £90,000 - £120,000 DOE + Car Allowance Contract: Full time, Permanent & Fixed Term Contract Opportunities Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, Holiday buy and sell scheme, Private health insurance, Pension contribution, Employee referral scheme, Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, , Eye test vouchers and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

We are now recruiting for an Executive Management Consultant, managing the highest executive relationship with the client and assuming responsibility for guiding the entire project.

You will have overall responsibility for project execution, client results and the client relationship.

This role serves as the overall Program Manager and may have additional Lead Consultants / Project Managers reporting to them.

As an Executive Management Consultant, you will play a key role in driving meaningful change for our clients by both developing and coaching project teams to strengthen their consulting capabilities, and delivering practical, results-driven solutions that improve safety performance and deliver measurable ROI.

Additionally, as our Executive Management Consultant you will be responsible for: