DSEAR Consultant
We Recruit Group Ltd · Maidenhead, England ·
Last confirmed by our partners on 10 Nov 2026.
Role: DSEAR Consultant
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Location: South East of England - Reading, Maidenhead, Oxford & Crawley
Salary: Up to £50,000 + £4,800 car allowance
Sector: Property & Construction
We Recruit Group is excited to be partnering with an award-winning risk management consultancy, they are looking to appoint an experienced DSEAR Consultant on a full time basis to support a range of sites and projects across the South of England.
This is a field-based role suited to a confident and technically competent consultant who is comfortable travelling to multiple sites throughout the week, carrying out assessments and providing practical advice around hazardous substances, flammable atmospheres and regulatory compliance.
You will be responsible for supporting clients with DSEAR compliance across a varied portfolio of operational sites and projects. The role will involve site visits, assessments, reporting and working closely with internal teams and client stakeholders to identify risks and recommend suitable control measures.
Importantly, you do not need to be fully qualified in DSEAR to be considered. The business provides structured training, technical mentoring and support towards relevant DSEAR qualifications.
Key responsibilities will include:
Carrying out DSEAR risk assessments across multiple sites
Identifying and assessing risks associated with dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres
Reviewing existing procedures, processes and control measures
Producing clear, practical reports with findings, recommendations and action plans
Advising clients on compliance with DSEAR and wider health and safety legislation
Supporting the implementation of safe systems of work
Liaising with site teams, operational staff and senior stakeholders
Travelling to different sites and projects across the South of England throughout the week
About You:
The successful consultant will ideally have:
Previous experience delivering DSEAR assessments and consultancy support
Strong knowledge of DSEAR regulations and associated compliance requirements
Experience working across multiple sites or project environments
A practical, solutions-focused approach to health and safety
Strong report writing and communication skills
The ability to work independently and manage your own workload
NEBOSH or equivalent health and safety qualification
A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across the South of England
You will also need:
An understanding of workplace risk assessment principles.
Experience producing reports, assessments or technical documentation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Confidence dealing with clients and operational teams.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
A strong attention to detail.
The ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance.
A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
Experience across sectors such as manufacturing, utilities, energy, facilities, industrial, commercial, storage, logistics or operational environments would be advantageous.
You will also need:
An understanding of workplace risk assessment principles.
Experience producing reports, assessments or technical documentation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Confidence dealing with clients and operational teams.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
A strong attention to detail.
The ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance.
A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
Package & Development
The role offers a structured development programme, including:
· Starting salary of up to £50,000.
· £4,800 car allowance.
· 5% pension contribution.
· Private medical insurance along with life insurance cover at 4 x salary.
· Training towards relevant DSEAR qualifications.
· Technical mentoring from experienced consultants.
· Practical exposure across a variety of client environments.
· Development of technical report writing and consultancy skills.
· Ongoing CPD.
· Long-term progression opportunities within the Fire & DSEAR Consultancy team.
Apply:
If you're interested in this opportunity and would like to discuss the role in more detail, please get in touch.
Even if this position isn't quite the right fit, but you're open to exploring new opportunities, we'd still welcome a confidential conversation. We work with employers daily, and your ideal role may already be on the table.
Mike @ We Recruit Group |
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