• Job Description

  Req#: R31228

  DSEAR Engineer - Mechanical

  Location: Anglia Water region wide (East Anglia)
  Contract: Permanent
  Salary: Circa £45,000

  Shape a Safer, More Resilient Future with Anglian Water

  Do you have the mechanical expertise and safety-first mindset to help protect critical infrastructure? Are you driven to ensure compliance in high-risk environments and support operational excellence? If so, we have a unique opportunity for you.

  We’re looking for a DSEAR Engineer – Mechanical to join our specialist Process Safety team. As a Subject Matter Expert, you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance with the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR) across a wide range of Anglian Water sites, contributing directly to the safety of people, assets, and the environment.

  What You’ll Be Doing

  This is a key technical role where you’ll carry out mechanical inspections, site assessments, and detailed risk evaluations within potentially explosive atmospheres. You’ll lead compliance efforts, identify and support delivery of remedial work, and act as a trusted advisor across the business.

  Your responsibilities will include:

  • Performing close and detailed inspections of mechanical assets in hazardous areas, following industry best practices

  • Completing site-wide assessments to evaluate ignition risks, system integrity, and safety signage

  • Using tools such as thermography and vibration analysis to support preventative maintenance

  • Reviewing and updating classification reports, zone drawings, and certification documentation

  • Producing high-quality inspection reports and risk assessments to demonstrate legal compliance

  • Identifying remedial needs and supporting safe, compliant delivery of capital works

  • Auditing internal teams and external contractors to ensure safe systems of work

  • Supporting design and implementation of control measures under CDM regulations

  • Coaching and mentoring DSEAR Technicians, Apprentices, and Competent Persons

  • Advising on the specification and replacement of mechanical or EX-rated equipment

  • Deputising for the DSEAR Technical Manager and collaborating with industry groups

  About You

  You’re a safety-conscious mechanical professional with experience in hazardous areas and a passion for high standards . You can work autonomously, communicate effectively across disciplines, and take pride in supporting compliance and continuous improvement.

  To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

  ✅ A recognised mechanical qualification (ONC/OND/NVQ3 or equivalent)
  ✅ CompEX certifications relevant to mechanical work (e.g. EX11, EX12, EX14)
  ✅ Strong working knowledge of DSEAR documentation and BS EN 60079-14 & 17
  ✅ Understanding of EX protection methods such as EXh , EXc , and EXk
  ✅ Experience performing inspections and risk assessments in explosive environments
  ✅ Familiarity with thermography, vibration monitoring, and preventative maintenance tools
  ✅ Project leadership experience from inspection through to completion
  ✅ Working knowledge of Water Supply and Recycling operations
  ✅ Understanding of CDM regulations and process safety principles
  ✅ Strong risk perception and the ability to influence safe behaviours and best practices

  Why Join Us?

  At Anglian Water, safety and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do. As part of our dedicated DSEAR team, you’ll play a direct role in protecting critical infrastructure and supporting a safer future for all.

  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 looking for a meaningful role that combines technical challenge with real-world safety outcomes, apply today to become Anglian Water’s next DSEAR Engineer .

  Closing date: 22nd May

• About the company

  Anglian Water is a water company that operates in the East of England.

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