Fire Safetey Specialist (DSEAR Advisor)

Fire Safety Specialist (DSEAR Specialist) – Contract Location: Bridgewater, Somerset Duration: Until 31st December 2026 (With the posibility of Extention) Days on Site: 5 days per week Rate: Up to £500 per day / Inside IR35 We are looking for an experienced DSEAR Specialist to join the fire safety team on a major nuclear construction project. This is a key contract role providing expert advice and assurance on the safe management of dangerous substances and explosive atmospheres. Key Responsibilities: * Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for DSEAR, providing specialist guidance and support to the project and contractors * Conduct, review, and approve DSEAR risk assessments and hazardous area classifications * Develop and maintain DSEAR policies, arrangements, and procedures to ensure full regulatory compliance * Implement and oversee control measures for fire and explosion prevention * Support the review of DSEAR assessments carried out by other organisations * Provide advice and assurance to regulators and stakeholders * Investigate DSEAR-related incidents * Promote a strong DSEAR awareness and compliance culture across the site * Work closely with fire safety, chemicals, environment, and electrical teams Essential Skills & Experience * In-depth knowledge of DSEAR 2002, ATEX Directives, and associated Approved Codes of Practice (ACoPs) * Strong understanding of explosion science, hazardous area classification, ignition source control, and CLP * Proven experience conducting DSEAR assessments and interpreting engineering drawings * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (able to simplify complex technical information) * Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary construction environment Desirable: * Degree in Engineering, Fire Safety, Process Safety, Chemistry or related field * Relevant qualifications (e.g. CompEx Ex12/Ex14, NEBOSH Fire/Process Safety) * Experience in COMAH, process industries, or high-hazard environments * Knowledge of auditing Ex-rated equipment This is an excellent opportunity to play a vital role in one of the UK’s largest and most significant infrastructure projects, contributing to safety excellence on a complex nuclear construction site. If you have strong DSEAR expertise and want to make a real impact, we’d like to hear from you