The role
involves working on client sites across the UK, and may include working on these sites UK wide for periods of a day to a week or more as required. There may also be the opportunity to work abroad from time to time.
A broad range of duties can include:
• Development of new and existing services based on an understanding of client and industry needs.
• Development of process engineering standards, manuals, methodologies, work processes, procedures and enabling tools and systems for clients.
• Audits and authoritative reviews of practices and procedures in place at client sites to confirm whether actual methods of operation match documented procedures and/or recognised good practice.
• Interfacing with relevant functional groups ( site management, engineering, operations, health and safety, etc.), including leading or conducting studies to help resolve issues related to management of process safety risks.
• Onsite surveys of chemical process plant (vessels, tanks, pipework, structures, etc.) to ensure that documentation is complete and accurate, producing as-built documents where appropriate.
• Hazard identification and risk assessment studies, including HAZID, HAZOP and LOPA.
• Provision of process engineering expertise in support of design, engineering and EHS studies, design reviews and projects.
• Delivery of agreed internal strategic development projects.
• Professional development of self and direct reports within an existing framework.
• Support the development and delivery of marketing communications programmes.
• Develop relationships with new and existing clients, acting as strategic point of contact for key clients.
• Contribute to clients’ sustainability and growth by identifying cost effective solutions to problems.
• Engage with third party suppliers, where appropriate, to provide a comprehensive service to clients.
• Ensure client needs and expectations continue to be met in relation to quality, cost and delivery of work and projects being undertaken for them
• Help build a team to deliver company business and revenue goals.
• Foster a productive and collaborative working environment.
• Lead multiple projects/work-packages simultaneously and ensure strong integration across the organisation.
About us
SLR are global leaders in environmental and advisory solutions helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with over 3000 employees across 6 regions – including over 1000 staff across Europe. SLR’s ‘one team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our people enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance, critical illness cover and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day’s annual leave, SLR offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, and our family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and family life.
About you
Qualifications and knowledge you will need, and can further, include:
• Chartered engineer with a degree in chemical or process engineering.
• Experienced in design principles, processes and standards for process plant.
• Detailed understanding of relevant legislation, especially COMAH and DSEAR, and related codes, standards and good practice.
• Experience of regulation of COMAH would be a distinct advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to develop good personal relationships with colleagues and to contribute constructively and effectively to projects as a part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• A high degree of personal integrity and sound judgement.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at SLR
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional DE&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all individuals regardless of their background can thrive.
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To apply
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