Specialist Inspector

Overview HSE's Occupational Hygiene teams play a critical role in reducing work‑related ill‑health across Great Britain's industry. This role offers an opportunity to apply technical knowledge and influence whole sector standards through frontline regulatory work and policy development. Responsibilities Regulate workplaces with a specialist team to ensure health risks are identified, evaluated and controlled. Provide in‑depth technical expertise on COSHH, legionella, asbestos and other occupational hygiene issues across a wide range of industries. Offer independent expert witness input to court proceedings. Develop operational and technical policy, guidance and procedures to raise control standards and clarify legal requirements. Collaborate on projects and initiatives to review and inform health and safety policy, providing guidance and identifying necessary changes. Support strategic stakeholder engagement and campaigns. Travel throughout Great Britain as required for inspections, with occasional overnight stays. Training & Development You will be enrolled in the Specialist Training Programme (STP) and required to study for and pass a formal assessment. Ongoing technical CPD and training in core subject areas are supported throughout the role. Qualifications & Experience In‑depth knowledge and practical experience in occupational hygiene, with a proven track record of identifying and solving exposure control issues. Ability to analyse compliance gaps against legal requirements and support legal action against non‑compliance. Strong communication skills to provide specialist opinion and expert evidence in reports and legal proceedings. Experience liaising internally and externally to develop operational policy, guidance and procedures on occupational hygiene matters. Current professional membership of BOHS Faculty of Occupational Hygiene at a minimum grade of LFOH or LFOH(S). Willingness to become a Chartered Member of BOHS within two years of completing your STP. Secure, maintain and expand relevant technical knowledge in occupational hygiene. Apply scientific/technical knowledge to assess compliance with statutory requirements and standards. Security Requirements Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and meet the security requirements set by the Civil Service. A counter‑terrorist check is required prior to appointment. Nationality Requirements UK nationals National of the Republic of Ireland National of Commonwealth countries with the right to work in the UK National of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members with settled or pre‑settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme National of Turkey and certain family members with accrued right to work in the Civil Service Individuals with limited or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Diversity and Inclusion HSE is a Disability Confident employer and welcomes applications from disabled people and those from a wide range of nationalities. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our work and recruitment. Benefits & Salary Salary: £55,063 (subject to annual pay awards) HSE contributes 28.97 % to the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme Carer‑friendly and family‑friendly policies 25 days annual holiday, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service, plus bank holidays and 1 day Civil Service privilege leave Parental leave benefits Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme, E‑Gift Cards and vouchers via the EdenRed partner Access to learning and development tailored to the role and flexible working options Other Conditions You must not be currently subject to any formal disciplinary action, attendance or performance restrictions in the civil service, and you will be required to complete an internal fraud check against the Internal Fraud Hub as part of pre‑employment checks. #J-18808-Ljbffr