Technical Author – Inorganic chemicals – UK BAT – 32437
Location: East Markham, England, United Kingdom
Job Description
Do you want to make a lasting positive change to the environment? As a Technical Author in the UK BAT team you can. Large Volume Inorganic Chemicals (LVIC) installations are required to use ‘Best Available Techniques’ (BAT) to reduce emissions to air, water and land. We’ve established a process for the definition of BAT within the UK. The regime will use the BAT concept principles of a transparent, collaborative, data- and evidence-led process that safeguards and builds on the current high levels of environmental protection. Central to this process will be the UK BAT Author.
Responsibilities
* Draft BAT Conclusions, liaise with Technical Working Groups and present a final document suitable for publication as a new, UK-wide environmental standard for industry.
* Specialist knowledge and understanding of the LVIC industry.
* Good understanding of process engineering and environmental issues.
* Good understanding of environmental legislation and policy in the UK.
* Critical analysis of technical arguments and data.
* Write technical documents and manage project tasks to completion.
* Good project management skills and a drive to complete.
Qualifications & Experience
* At least 5 years working experience and a solid understanding of environmental regulation in the LVIC industry.
* Expertise in the large-volume inorganic chemicals industry.
* Knowledge of UK and EU industrial environmental legislation, especially the IED and the Environmental Permitting Regulations.
* Collection and technical analysis of complex industrial data.
* Understanding the implications of BAT Conclusions in permits, on industry and the environment.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to build and maintain relationships.
* Planning, prioritising, and organising tasks and resources to ensure timely and effective results.
* Responsive to challenges and able to build consensus.
* Ability to work effectively with people from different backgrounds and cultures, encouraging consideration of diversity issues.
Inclusion & Diversity
The Environment Agency is fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Flexible working patterns, including job share, are welcomed. Applications from people with diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
Application Process
Applications will be blind assessed using competency-based answers. Interviews may be conducted via MS Teams.
Contact
For more information or to inquire about working patterns, base locations, or other queries, please email paul.stevens@environment-agency.gov.uk.
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