Principal Risk & Process Safety Scientist (Band 2/Grade 7)

This an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant team that delivers cutting-edge, challenging research, support and consultancy for a wide range of risk and process safety topic areas . For example; Major accident hazard industries (eg; Oil & Gas, Chemicals), emerging NetZero technologies (uses of Hydrogen, Carbon Capture and Storage, Ammonia, Batteries, Nuclear Fusion), transport industries (aerospace, road, rail and shipping), high risk buildings as part of HSE’s new role as Building Safety regulator and emerging safety risks posed by increased adoption of artificial intelligence.

Part time working hours are available for this role. We can accept part time applicants who can commit to working a minimum of 22 hours per week., We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced risk and process safety specialist to join the Risk Team in the HSE s Science Division (SD). As a Principal Risk & Process Safety Scientist you will:

• Lead, develop and oversee research projects to further knowledge and capabilities relevant to HSE s current and /or emerging needs.

• Build networks within your area of technical expertise to promote and develop collaborative projects.

• Develop technical solutions and facilitate workshops for risk identification and management of existing and emerging risks.

• Review and evaluate risk assessments, safety cases and other technical evidence including in support of regulatory aspects.

• Work with government regulatory bodies to ensure a consistent approach to risk concepts and their implementation.

• Provide technical/scientific leadership or steering group membership for major international, cross government, cross-organisational research projects, or other scientific initiatives.

• Write and publish scientific reports and journal articles along with presenting HSE s work at conferences and workshops., At interview, you will be assessed against the behaviours and experience detailed within the job advert, as well as a technical presentation where you will be assessed against the GSE framework: ‘Building and Applying Knowledge’. More details to be provided at the invite to interview stage.

Interviews will take place the week commencing 10th February 2025.

AI Tools & Platforms

During the application process candidates are allowed to utilise AI (artificial intelligence) platforms and Tools to support them in writing their Behaviours, CV s and Personal Statements. However, all information submitted must be factually accurate. This includes presenting the ideas and experience of others, or those generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. All presented information will be assessed at the Interview Stage.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of security checks undertaken, applicants must have 3 years continuous residency in the UK up to the date of the application and, Home Office approval for indefinite leave to remain within the UK., It is the candidate s responsibility to ensure they are aware of the terms and conditions they will adopt should they be successful in their application. For a summary of HSE terms and conditions as part of Civil Service Reform, please see the attached document.

HSE is proud to be a part of the Disability Confidence Scheme (DCS). As a Disability Confident employer, we positively welcome applications from disabled people. We are committed to making workplace adjustments to ensure anyone can participate in the recruitment and selection process.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all disabled applicants who provide evidence of meeting the minimum requirements necessary for the post.

If, during the application or interview process, you require any assistance due to a disability or a medical condition, please contact us at the email address below to discuss how we can support you. For example if you have a disability, and you need an application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please contact: hr.resourcing-team@hse.gov.uk

If successful in securing your role, HSE can provide suitable workplace adjustments to support you throughout your career with HSE.

Any move to HSE from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at here

Please note, if you are a current civil servant and you are currently undergoing any of the following formal actions your application will not be progressed any further; Formal discipline action, any formal action regarding attendance, poor performance or any restriction of duties as a result of disciplinary action.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check (opens in a new window).See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).

People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

• UK nationals

• nationals of the Republic of Ireland

• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK

• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)

• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)

• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020

• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s recruitment principles (opens in a new window).

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).

• Be a recognised expert in one or more aspects of risk assessment and management, particularly in relation to major accident hazards and process safety.

• Have significant experience in risk management concepts as they are practically applied in industrial applications to aid decision making.

• Have experience of facilitating hazard and risk workshops/studies

• Be skilled at leading technical project teams with the ability to coach and mentor colleagues to develop their own technical expertise.

• Have excellent communication skills and be able to demonstrate a strong record of scientific report writing, technical presentations and networking or collaborating with other technical experts.

At HSE, we are proud to be able to offer our people the opportunity to work in a hybrid way which combines working from home and the office. If hybrid working is suitable for you and your role, the arrangements will be determined primarily by business need., Higher degree (Masters or above) within a Science & Engineering topic area relevant to the advertised role – eg: Chemical Engineering, + Communicating and Influencing

• Developing Self and Others

• Managing a Quality Service

Alongside your salary of £68,381, Health and Safety Executive contributes £19,809 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

• Learning and development tailored to your role

• An environment with flexible working options

• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity

We invest in our people with;

• Competitive rates of pay

• Access to the highly competitive Civil Service Pension Scheme to which HSE contribute 28.9% far more than in the private sector.

• Family friendly policies and working hours to help balance your home life and career

• Carer friendly policies to help create a supportive working culture

• 25 days annual holiday increasing to 30 days after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays and 1-day Civil Service privilege leave

• Parental leave benefits

• As a member of HSE you will gain access to a wide range of fantastic benefits that you can take advantage of such as the Cycle to Work Scheme, E-Gift Cards and Vouchers via our partner EdenRed.

Please access the following link for guidance on how to apply and how to complete a Personal Statement https://www.civil-service-careers.gov.uk/how-to-apply, + Name : David Griffiths

• Email : david.griffiths@hse.gov.uk

Recruitment team

• Email : HR.Resourcing-Team@hse.gov.uk, If you believe that Civil Service Commission principles of selection for appointment on merit on the basis of Fair and Open competition have not been met, you can raise a complaint by emailing: HR.Resourcing-Team@hse.gov.uk or by writing to HSE at the following address: HR Resourcing Team, 2.3 Redgrave Court, Merton Road, Bootle, Merseyside, L20 7HS. If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact Civil Service commissioners: https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk/code/civilservicecodecomplaints