
Compliance Lead – DSEAR
Severn Trent
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Coventry • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
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Senior
About the role
- Lead the development and implementation of DSEAR compliance systems and processes
- Manage hazardous area risk assessments, technical reviews, and compliance documentation
- Oversee third-party contractors for inspections, remedial works, and technical drawings
- Collaborate with operational teams, engineering, and safety specialists
- Drive a culture of safety, engagement, and continuous improvement
- Manage budgets and ensure timely delivery of compliance programmes
- Lead the DSEAR Community of Practice and support training development
Requirements
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proven ability to lead multi-site compliance projects
- In-depth knowledge of DSEAR regulations and associated documentation
- Experience managing contractors and delivering safety-focused programmes
- A full UK driving licence is essential
- Desirable qualifications: Engineering, construction, or project management background
- CompEx, NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent safety qualifications
- Membership of a relevant professional institution
Benefits
- 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
- Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
- Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
- Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
- Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
- Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
- Family friendly policies and two volunteering days per year
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
DSEAR compliancehazardous area risk assessmentstechnical reviewscompliance documentationcontractor managementsafety-focused programmesbudget managementproject management
Soft skills
communication skillsstakeholder managementleadershipcollaborationengagementcontinuous improvement
Certifications
CompExNEBOSHIOSH