DEKRA Organisational and Process Safety Jobs

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Stock Control SAP Administrator – Immediate Start

Stock Control SAP Administrator – Immediate Start

Location: Southampton Salary: Up to £25,500 DOE Contract: Fixed term contract – Maternity Cover up to December 2024 Hours: 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday Benefits: 25 days holiday entitlement, Buy / sell holiday scheme, Employee referral scheme, Contributory company pension scheme, Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, Life assurance cover, Free parking, Employee assistance programme, Cycle to work scheme, Free eye test vouchers and Flexible working!

A career with DEKRA is never dull and offers unlimited opportunities for people with the desire to succeed who want to work with a forward thinking, customer-focused company.

For over thirty years we have provided specialist services for the identification, analysis, prevention and management of fires, explosions and accidental chemical releases in the chemical and process industry.

Our value-adding, practical approach integrates specialist process safety management, engineering and testing. We seek to educate and grow client competence to provide sustainable performance improvement.

Partnering with our clients we combine technical expertise with a passion for protecting people and assets and reducing harm.

As part of DEKRA, the world’s leading expert organisation, we are the global partner for a safer world

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a competent Administrator who will work closing alongside the existing instrument engineer team in the area of goods/stock movement control, purchase order processing and hands on packing/job co-ordination on a fixed term contract up to December 2024 at DEKRA.

You will be covering maternity leave absence for an existing staff member and we would be looking to onboard you as soon as possible.

As a Stock Control Administrator, you will be responsible for supporting our very busy small, but growing, instrument fabrication and repair/calibration team.

Ultimately your role will include, entering orders onto our “Globex” SAP system (training alongside the temporarily outgoing employee is needed between now and December 2023 the role will then continue on a fixed term contract up to December 2024)

You will also be responsible for entering goods movement transactions on our system database, issuing stock components for jobs, carrying out stock movements and deliveries.

You will also be expected to pack goods into cardboard boxes ready for shipment and to liaise with our packers and shippers.

You will also be looking after shipment export/import paperwork and liaising with freight forwarders and customers.

This role is great for anyone who likes to keep busy and increase their knowledge in the above specific areas.

In addition to this as our Stock Control Administrator you will be responsible for:

Processing of orders
Goods movements in our sap (Globex) system
Liaising with packers and shippers, carrying out packing and then arranging shipment / dealing with commercial shipment paperwork
At DEKRA you will have access to a company PC and will be a competent user of the Microsoft suite of software (particularly word and Excel). You will have to answer emails to/from customers and perform purchasing, data entry, goods movements etc on our SAP system. A pleasant/diplomatic manner will be required when you liaise with any customers.

About You

We are looking for people who can demonstrate common sense and proactivity:

You will have past experience with SAP or a similar stock management system and will be used to order processing, goods movement/stock control/packing and shipping. You will be a fast learner because our system is based on SAP but with some idiosyncrasies which you will be expected to grasp during the training.
GCSE Grade 4 (or C) at English. Other relevant qualifications related to the assortment of tasks that will be carried out in the role, will also be an advantage if not essential.
Proficient Microsoft suite of applications knowledge

About the Team

We care passionately about our staff and establish clear direction and expectation, whilst creating a supportive environment to succeed.

Our leaders are committed to establishing an environment where people feel valued, cared for, can flourish and are encouraged and supported to develop.

We know that if we collaborate together, with a singular focus on our customer’s needs, we will continue to be a successful and sustainable business.

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

No agencies please.

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Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive

Location: UK based role, you must have the flexibility and desire to move between DEKRA UK offices (currently Southampton, Abderdeen, and Leeds) and client sites. Travel required up to 50% of the time (National & International) Salary: Up to £75K DOE + Car Allowance and Bonus Contract: Full time, Permanent Hours: 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday Benefits: 25 days holiday entitlement, 10% Annual bonus scheme, Buy / sell holiday scheme, Employee referral scheme, Contributory company pension scheme, Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, Life assurance cover, Free parking, Employee assistance programme, Cycle to work scheme, Free eye test vouchers and Flexible working!

A career with DEKRA is never dull and offers unlimited opportunities for people with the desire to succeed who want to work with a forward thinking, customer-focused company.

Partnering with our clients we combine technical expertise with a passion for protecting people and assets and reducing harm.

As part of DEKRA, the world’s leading expert organisation, we are the global partner for a safer world

What are we looking for?

We are now recruiting for a Business Development Executive to develop and lead sales efforts in Organisational Safety and Reliability Services.

You will be motivated to grow the DEKRA brand in the UK and in particular our Organisational Safety and Reliability services.

In addition to this as our Business Development Executive you will be responsible for:

Developing knowledge to competently sell Organisational Safety and Reliability services.
Establishing, developing and maintaining relationships with clients.
Developing stakeholder understanding and utilise this to improve DOPS resilience, reversing the bow tie.
Meeting or exceeding agreed sales targets by working to the agreed strategy.
Driving the sales pipeline and ensure good collaboration throughout the business lines.
Identifying, developing and realising sales revenue with new Customers, business and product opportunities
Supporting the Director BD to diversify client portfolio.
Recognising farming opportunities with new stakeholders, business and product opportunities.
Proactively investigating new opportunities with clients and affiliates.
Issuing quotations and converting these to orders.
Continuously looks for opportunities to improve personal and team performance.

About You

We are looking for people who can demonstrate common sense and proactivity:

Minimum 7 years related experience in consulting sales, (preferably high hazard industries).
Proven experience of selling services at C-suite / senior level, with high value projects and complex / long proposal conversion periods
Understands consultative selling approach & experience.
Track record of delivering £1.5million + programmes and multiple projects concurrently.
Demonstrable, successful experience in developing and delivering new product solutions in an evolving market.
Proven negotiation skills at a high level.
The proven ability to develop and drive a sustainable pipeline of opportunities.
Previous experience of managing / driving sales campaigns with associated project management skills.
Tenacious and target driven.
To be confident and have experience in conference speaking.
Self-starter who is adaptable, flexible and creative.
Excellent understanding of delivery and sales.
Degree or equivalent (desirable).
Team player with a real ability to network and collaborate.
General Business/Industry awareness with an ability to identify opportunities.
Strategic thinking with analytical skills.

About the Team

We care passionately about our staff and establish clear direction and expectation, whilst creating a supportive environment to succeed.

Our leaders are committed to establishing an environment where people feel valued, cared for, can flourish and are encouraged and supported to develop.

We know that if we collaborate together, with a singular focus on our customer’s needs, we will continue to be a successful and sustainable business.

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

No agencies please.

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Analytical Chemist

Analytical Chemist

Location: Southampton, SO16 7NS Salary: Up to £36,350 per annum Contract: Full time, Permanent Benefits: 25 days annual leave, buy and sell holiday scheme, limited flexi time, employee referral scheme, pension contribution, free parking, contribution towards eye test, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, employee assistant programme, cycle to work scheme.

A career with DEKRA Process Safety is never dull and offers unlimited opportunities for people with the desire to succeed who want to work with a forward-thinking, customer-focused company.

Within the UK the company has fully equipped ISO & GLP compliant laboratory facilities on the outskirts of Southampton, in the beautiful setting of Southampton Science Park, and we are looking for an individual with the right calibre to join our friendly team.

Analytical Chemist – About the role:

Working within the Regulatory Test Laboratory you will undertake Physical Properties & Physical Hazards testing for REACH, CLP, Transportation & other Regulatory purposes. Testing a wide variety of chemicals, on short-term studies, you’ll have excellent organisation skills and a passion to deliver 1st class results for our customers on time.

In addition to this as our Analytical Chemist you will be responsible for the following GLP specific tasks:

Authorship and revision of test SOP’s.
To plan and undertake test system checks and calibrations.
To conduct tests, analyse results and maintain equipment.
Training of staff in test procedures.
Maintain equipment records. (test systems and calibration)
Maintain own training record.
Maintain & update test standards for Regulatory Testing Laboratory.
Backing-up and archiving of raw experimental study data.

In addition to this your general responsibilities will include:

Ensuring the laboratory is maintained in a clean and safe condition.
Undertaking testing in the Regulatory Testing Laboratory.
When required conduct tests located in, or associated with, other laboratories on site.
Ordering consumable items and chemicals for use in study experiments.
Create, update & validate worksheets and spreadsheets.
Assist in developing new tests.
Assist in the purchase of new laboratory equipment.
Liaise with customers to co-ordinate projects and relay results and interpretation. Provide technical input to reports.
Ensure that you are aware of your responsibilities to uphold and enforce good health and safety practice at DEKRA as defined for Employees, Team Leaders, and Department Managers.

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

Science (preferably Chemistry) related degree qualification.
Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
Understanding of laboratory methodologies and practices, quantities and reactions of mixing chemicals and hazardous materials.
Able to perform mathematical and scientific calculations.
Ability to identify work priorities and efficiently manage own workload.
Understanding of COSHH, Health and Safety legislation, policies and procedures.
Experience of dealing with laboratory equipment, e.g. Electrical equipment, fume cupboards, pressure vessels, etc.

You must also be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

To provide professional and effective services internal/external.
To communicate courteously with internal and / or external customers.
To speak positively and enthusiastically about the company and its products.
To work as part of a team to achieve the departmental standards.
To work together with other departments within DEKRA to identify any process improvements and improve safety, standards, efficiency, and profitability.

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

No agencies please.

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Senior Consultant – Process Safety

Senior Consultant – Process Safety

Location: Home based with the option to work from DEKRA offices in Southampton or Leeds. 30-60% travel in UK or Europe. Salary: Up to £65K DOE + Bonus and Car Allowance Contract: Full Time, Permanent Benefits: 25 days plus annual leave plus BH, Holiday buy and sell scheme, Employee referral scheme, Private health insurance, Pension contribution, Free parking, Eye test vouchers, Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, Employee assistant programme

A career with DEKRA Process Safety is never dull and offers unlimited opportunities for people with the desire to succeed who want to work with a forward thinking, customer-focused company.

Senior Process Safety Consultant – The Role:

To provide Process Safety consultancy supporting existing and new clients’ requirements (external and internal) whilst developing broader relationships and delivering operational excellence within the Process Safety team through technical, commercial and teamworking best practices.

Critical Responsibilities

Experience in applying and implementing Functional Safety in alignment with the requirements of IEC61508/61511
Conduct and review Risk Assessments for fire and explosions risk under applicable regulations (e.g. Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations – DSEAR)
Lead Process Hazard Analysis studies including Hazard Identification studies (HAZID), Hazard and operability studies (HAZOP), Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA), Structured What-IF Analysis (SWIFT)
Provide guidance on embedding Process Safety principles in design, operation and maintenance of systems, facilities and/or organisation
Conduct relief and vent sizing studies in support of process hazard analysis
Produce and review technical reports, presentations and whitepapers
Support Business Development (BD) team with technical input for quotations and scope definition
Coach & mentor Junior staff

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

Master’s degree (M.Eng/M.Sc) on 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 associated 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
Experience of development and implementation of Process Safety Management frameworks and the different techniques/toolkits available for delivery of each of the areas including DSEAR/ ATEX, PHA and Risk Assessment, auditing
Proficiency in report writing, review and approval
Experience in auditing and assessment of conformity
Proficient presenter and communicator, able to share results of analysis, audits and reviews in a clear and concise manner
Experience of development and implementation of Functional Safety (IEC61511) requirements

Development within the company in this or other roles will be dependent on the commercial needs of the business and the personal ability and drive of the job holder.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on “APPLY” today, forwarding an up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.

No agencies please.

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Explosion Safety (DSEAR/ATEX)

Senior Consultant – Explosion Safety

Location: Home based with the option to work from DEKRA offices in Southampton or Leeds. 30-45% travel in UK or Europe. Salary: Up to £65K DOE + Bonus and Car Allowance Contract: Full Time, Permanent Benefits: 25 days plus annual leave plus BH, Holiday buy and sell scheme, Employee referral scheme, Private health insurance, Pension contribution, Free parking, Eye test vouchers, Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, Employee assistant programme

A career with DEKRA Process Safety is never dull and offers unlimited opportunities for people with the desire to succeed who want to work with a forward thinking, customer-focused company.

Senior Consultant – The Role:

Critical Responsibilities

Conduct and review Risk Assessments for fire and explosions risk under applicable regulations (e.g. Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations – DSEAR)
Lead Process Hazard Analysis studies including Hazard Identification studies (HAZID), Hazard and operability studies (HAZOP), Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA), Structured What-IF Analysis (SWIFT)
Conduct and review Quantitative studies including Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA), Occupied Buildings Risk Assessment (OBRA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)
Provide guidance on embedding Process Safety principles in design, operation and maintenance of systems, facilities and/or organisation
Conduct relief and vent sizing studies in support of process hazard analysis
Produce and review technical reports, presentations and whitepapers
Support Business Development (BD) team with technical input for quotations and scope definition
Coach & mentor Junior staff

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

Master’s degree (M.Eng/M.Sc) on 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 associated with PSM implementation and in-house developed expertise in the areas listed for the role
Knowledge and understanding of L138, Non-binding guidance (ATEX ACOP) and R2P2.
Experience using the HAC standards for both gases/vapours and dusts (BS EN 60079-10-1, EI15 and BS EN 60079-10-2)
Experience carrying out ignition hazard assessments according to BS EN 1127-1 and BS EN 60079-31:1.
A thorough understanding on severity / consequence assessment and risk evaluation
Preferred to have experience with consequence modelling software (e.g., PHAST, ALOHA, CHEF (CCPS).
Experience With NFPA standards and application specific standards
Experience of development and implementation of Process Safety Management frameworks and the different techniques/toolkits available for delivery of each of the areas including PHA and Risk Assessment, QRA/OBRA, Relief /Venting, DSEAR/ ATEX, auditing
Experience with developing scopes of work based on (internal or external) client requirements
Experience in project management and task/budget control
Proficiency in report writing, review and approval
Experience in auditing and assessment of conformity
Proficient presenter and communicator, able to share results of analysis, audits and reviews in a clear and concise manner

Development within the company in this or other roles will be dependent on the commercial needs of the business and the personal ability and drive of the job holder.

No agencies please.

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Offshore Behavioural Performance Coach / Trainer – (Associate / Contractor)

Offshore Behavioural Performance Coach / Trainer – (Associate / Contractor)

Location: UK Based Salary: Competitive day rate Contract: Associate / Contractor / Self Employed

Offshore Behavioural Performance Coach / Trainer (Associate / Contractor) – The Role:

As a Behavioural Performance Coach and/or Trainer you will provide expert advice (in the form of training, consultancy, coaching and/or project management) to clients offshore, alone or as part of project team, assisting organisations or individuals to achieve their culture, leadership and safety goals. This is a hands on consulting role, with work in the UK and wider EMEA region.

Coach: As an Associate/Contractor Behavioural Performance Coach you will utilise your coaching skills alongside DEKRA’s coaching tools to facilitate and enable cultural and behavioural change with DEKRA’s clients. You will engage and develop client employees at various levels in the organisation based on remits provided.

Trainer: As an Associate/Contractor Trainer you will deliver DEKRA’s solutions and training packages to clients offshore. You will utilise your presentation and facilitation skills to maximise engagement of delegates while assisting organisations or individuals to achieve their culture, leadership and safety goals.

In addition to the above, Coach / Trainer’s may be asked to undertake consultancy work as part of cultural diagnostic assessments which take the form of onsite and remote interviews, focus groups, observation and documentation review. Feeding this information and analysis back to DEKRA’s Assessments and Operations teams in order to collaboratively write up and present back assessment reports and findings.

We would be looking for you to join us on an associate / contractor basis. Providing you great flexibility around other commitments. Joining DEKRA as an associate will require you to have a LTD company or onboard via an umbrella company along with holding DEKRA minimum insurance requirements. Don’t let this put you off, we can support you through the process.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

All activities are to be carried out in accordance with all company policies and procedures as set out in the Company Handbook and elsewhere including policies on; equal opportunities, anti-bribery, health & safety, data protection and information security.

Main Responsibilities include, but are not limited to;

Deliver high quality, professional coaching and training services to clients in line with the project intervention plan.
Prepare end of duty feedback reports.
Attend regular project meetings with Consultants/Operations Manager/Project Support Team via the various methods available.
As well as coaching and training projects, personnel may also be involved in cultural assessment and diagnostic delivery work including focus groups, interviews, site observation and documentation review.
To provide professional and effective services to internal and / or external customers, to meet customer expectations.
To communicate courteously with internal and / or external customers by telephone, email and face to face, building positive relationships, responding to and progressing issues and queries to a successful conclusion at the earliest time.
To speak positively and enthusiastically about the company and its products and services to ensure that a professional company and brand image is provided at all times to customers and colleagues.
To work as part of a team to achieve client project objectives and working to DEKRA standard.

Behavioural Performance Coach / Trainer (Associate / Contractor) – What we need from you:

Essential skills for a behavioural coach/trainer in DEKRA:

ILM level 3 or above in Coaching & Mentoring or Leadership & Management, or equivalent (Coach Only)
Formal training qualification or relevant experience (Trainer Only)
Report writing
Ability to identify goals according to a remit or plan
Develop coaching strategies to deliver project outcomes (Coach Only)
Listening
Sensitive information management
Time management
Trust & Rapport building
Planning
Influencing
Verbal communication, and in particular questioning
Written communication
Competency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Required skills and certificates

All the relevant certificates to work offshore such as BOSIET, MIST, offshore medical etc.
IOSH, NEBOSH NGC or other relevant HSE related qualifications or experience
Experience in the Oil and Gas, Renewables or High Hazard Industries
Track record of delivering to and interacting with various levels in an organisation

Development within the company in this or other roles will be dependent on the commercial needs of the business and the personal ability and drive of the job holder.

No agencies please.

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Senior Consultant

Senior Consultant

Location: UK Wide Salary: Competitive Contract: Full Time, Permanent Benefits: 25 days plus annual leave plus BH, Holiday buy and sell scheme, Employee referral scheme, Private health insurance, Pension contribution, Free parking, Eye test vouchers, Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, Employee assistant programme

Senior Consultant – The Role:

As a Senior Consultant you will provide expert advice (in the form of training, consultancy, coaching and/or project management) to clients, alone or as part of project team, assisting organisations or individuals to achieve their culture, leadership and safety goals. This is a hands-on consulting role, with work in the UK and wider EMEA region.

Critical Responsibilities

Managing multiple projects and work with client teams to lead them through change.
Write reports for assessments and comparable deliverables.
Deliver presentations, training sessions, meetings and workshops.
Coach and advise supervisors, site level managers and executives on leadership, culture and change management.
Adapt existing IP to new situations, develop new materials and pilot new products in support of product and service development.
Create appropriate project culture for team success.
Identify new business opportunities within client organisations and work to support new business generation.
Collaborate with the Directors and VP’s of both BD and Operations in all aspects of the above.

Customer Service & Team Work

You will work collaboratively across departments outside of OSR Consulting – Client Services, Process Safety Consulting, Business Development, Marketing, IT, Finance and OPEX.
You will define a high standard of quality and influence multiple projects simultaneously
You will speak positively and enthusiastically about the company and its products and services, to ensure that a professional company and brand image is provided at all times to customers and colleagues.
You will demonstrate the expected behaviours and practices listed in our Behavioural Vision.

Senior Consultant - What we need from you:

You will be an outcome focused, authentic, change agent. Strong interpersonal skills are a must. You will have proven problem-solving abilities and be action oriented. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Essential:

Minimum 10 years related experience, as a consultant, internal consultant, change agent or coach.
Track record of delivering and managing multi-disciplinary programmes and client facing roles, ideally with experience in high hazard industries.
Understanding of organisational change principles and safety concepts as applied to all levels of an organisation.
Demonstrable experience in developing and delivering new product solutions in an evolving market.
Proven track record of effectively interacting with senior management, both internal and external.
Understanding of / and ability to drive project profitability.
Experience in public speaking and/or senior level group facilitation.
Ability to display the desired consulting competencies of Trusted Influence, Credibility, Focus & Drive, Customer Focus, Teamwork & Collaboration, Effective Communication, Time Management on status and forecast reporting and working to deadlines.

Desirable:

International business experience preferred.
Second European language.
Basic statistical and data correlation concepts.

Development within the company in this or other roles will be dependent on the commercial needs of the business and the personal ability and drive of the job holder.

No agencies please.

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Behavioural Performance Coach / Trainer – Associate

Behavioural Performance Coach / Trainer – Associate

Location: UK Based Salary: Competitive day rate Contract: Associate / Contractor / Self Employed

Behavioural Performance Coach / Trainer – The Roles:

As a Behavioural Performance Coach and/or Trainer you will provide expert advice (in the form of training, consultancy, coaching and/or project management) to clients, alone or as part of project team, assisting organisations or individuals to achieve their culture, leadership and safety goals. This is a hands on consulting role, with work in the UK and wider EMEA region.

Trainer: As an Associate/Contractor Trainer you will deliver DEKRA’s solutions and training packages to clients. You will utilise your presentation and facilitation skills to maximise engagement of delegates while assisting organisations or individuals to achieve their culture, leadership and safety goals.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Main Responsibilities include, but are not limited to;

• Deliver high quality, professional coaching and training services to clients in line with the project intervention plan.

• Prepare end of duty feedback reports.

• Attend regular project meetings with Consultants/Operations Manager/Project Support Team via the various methods available.

• As well as coaching and training projects, personnel may also be involved in cultural assessment and diagnostic delivery work including focus groups, interviews, site observation and documentation review.

• To provide professional and effective services to internal and / or external customers, to meet customer expectations.

• To communicate courteously with internal and / or external customers by telephone, email and face to face, building positive relationships, responding to and progressing issues and queries to a successful conclusion at the earliest time.

• To speak positively and enthusiastically about the company and its products and services to ensure that a professional company and brand image is provided at all times to customers and colleagues.

• To work as part of a team to achieve client project objectives and working to DEKRA standards.

Behavioural Performance Coach / Trainer – What we need from you:

Essential skills for a behavioural coach/trainer in DEKRA:

• ILM level 3 or above in Coaching & Mentoring or Leadership & Management, or equivalent (Coach Only)

• Formal training qualification or relevant experience (Trainer Only)

• Report writing

• Ability to identify goals according to a remit or plan

• Develop coaching strategies to deliver project outcomes (Coach Only)

• Listening

• Sensitive iInformation management

• Time management

• Trust & Rapport building

• Planning

• Influencing

• Verbal communication, and in particular questioning

• Written communication

• Competency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Desired skills

• IOSH, NEBOSH NGC or other relevant HSE related qualifications or experience

• Experience in the Oil and Gas, Renewables or High Hazard Industries

• Track record of delivering to and interacting with various levels in an organisation

Development within the company in this or other roles will be dependent on the commercial needs of the business and the personal ability and drive of the job holder.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on “APPLY NOW” today, forwarding an up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.

No agencies please.

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Laboratory Scientist / (Chemical Engineer)

Laboratory Scientist / (Chemical Engineer)

Location – Southampton Salary – Competitive Hours – 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday

What are we looking for?

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Laboratory Scientist / Chemical Engineer to join the Chemical Reaction Hazard Laboratories team.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Laboratory Scientist, you will be responsible for advanced laboratory testing, problem solving, equipment maintenance & supporting the team with general laboratory duties, training and assistance in managing the workload.

Your role will involve:

· Ensuring the laboratories, at any given time, are maintained in a clean and safe condition.

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

· Assist in the purchase of new laboratory equipment.

· Conduct & assist other team members with testing in the Laboratories (as specified in the individual training records).

· Liaise with customers to co-ordinate projects and relay results and interpretation.

· Modification of standard equipment as required for specific tests.

· Ensure that you and your team are aware of your responsibilities to uphold and enforce good health and safety practice at DEKRA UK Ltd. as defined for the roles under the Responsibilities section of document HS002 to meet the objectives of the company policy in HS001

· Conducting test system checks and calibrations on equipment in the CPE Laboratory and performing maintenance to ensure that it is fit for purpose.

· Conducting tests and analysing results (see Laboratory Staff Training Record for specific test training records).

· Movement/disposal of chemical samples using Globex database

· Backing-up and archiving of raw experimental study data.

About You

We are looking for people who can demonstrate:

· Chemical Engineering degree (essential)

· A minimum of 3 years’ experience in relevant field

· Excellent organisational and administrative skills

· Understanding engineering science and technology, strong mathematical skills, analytical thinking and problem solving, developmental and design skills

· Strong understanding of chemistry, laboratory methodologies and practices, quantities and reactions of mixing chemicals and hazardous materials

· Ability to identify work priorities and efficiently manage own and peer workloads

· Understanding of COSHH Health and Safety legislation, policies and procedures

· Experience of dealing with laboratory equipment, e.g. Electrical equipment, pressure vessels, fume cupboards etc

About Us

A career with DEKRA is never dull and offers unlimited opportunities for people with the desire to succeed who want to work with a forward thinking, customer-focused company. For over thirty years we have provided specialist services for the identification, analysis, prevention and management of fires, explosions and accidental chemical releases in the chemical and process industry. Our value-adding, practical approach integrates specialist process safety management, engineering and testing. We seek to educate and grow client competence to provide sustainable performance improvement. Partnering with our clients we combine technical expertise with a passion for protecting people and assets and reducing harm. As part of DEKRA, the world’s leading expert organisation, we are the global partner for a safer world

Benefits of working for DEKRA

· 25 days holiday entitlement

· 10% bonus scheme

· Contributory company pension scheme

· Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

· Life assurance cover

· Free parking

· Employee assistance programme

· Cycle to work scheme

· Flexible working

· Free eye tests

About the Team

We care passionately about our staff and establish clear direction and expectation, whilst creating a supportive environment to succeed. Our leaders are committed to establishing an environment where people feel valued, cared for, can flourish and are encouraged and supported to develop. We know that if we collaborate together, with a singular focus on our customer’s needs, we will continue to be a successful and sustainable business.

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Our Values

Our workplace values are at the heart of everything we do:

We are RESPONSIBLE FOR SAFETY. We live up to our safety standards every day, acting as role models to ensure safety.
We are ENTREPRENEURIAL. Creating opportunities by embracing personal responsibility.
We are CUSTOMER ORIENTATED. Striving to not only meet, but exceed expectations every day.
We are SINCERE and HONEST. Honouring our commitments and acting with INTEGRITY
We are TEAM SPIRITED. Working as a team, supporting each other and sharing knowledge.

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