Senior Scientist - Asbestos & Exposure Measurement (Band 3/SEO) Health and Safety Executive Apply before Midday on Monday 5th October 2026 Details Reference number (phone number removed) Salary 47,686 - 54,453 Standard. A 1 Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% Job grade Senior Executive Officer Band 3 Contract type Permanent Business area SEAD (Science, Engineering and Analysis Division) Health Group, Exposure Measurement Unit, Fibres & Minerals Team, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9JN. Type of role Health and Safety Operational Delivery Project Delivery Science Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Part-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents 2 Location 3 About the job 4 Benefits 5 Things you need to know 6 Apply and further information Location Harpur Hill, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 9JN. About the job Job summary Are you an experienced asbestos professional looking to apply your expertise in a role that directly influences national policy, guidance and regulation? HSE is seeking a Senior Scientist to deliver asbestos-related site investigations, research and regulatory support activities across Great Britain. Working within the Fibres & Minerals Team at HSE's Science and Research Centre in Buxton, you will use your asbestos knowledge and practical site experience to support the evidence base underpinning the Control of Asbestos Regulations and help improve the management of asbestos risks in workplaces across Great Britain. We are particularly interested in candidates with practical experience of asbestos surveys, duty-to-manage activities and clearance testing. You will apply this expertise to a portfolio of scientific, regulatory and investigative work, including site investigations, workplace exposure assessments, incident investigations and research projects. You will work collaboratively with scientific, operational and policy colleagues across HSE, providing technical expertise and contributing to the development of guidance, research outputs and evidence-based decision making. The role offers the opportunity to work on nationally significant projects that directly support HSE's mission to prevent work-related death, injury and ill health. Travel For the foreseeable future, a significant proportion of the role will involve working at external sites across Great Britain to support site activities, project delivery and training requirements. Regular travel, including overnight stays, will therefore be required. Hybrid working arrangements are available where business needs allow; however, the role cannot be carried out predominantly from home and regular attendance at external sites and HSE's Science and Research Centre in Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 9JN will be required. This role offers opportunities to attend meetings and conferences within the UK and internationally, supporting professional development and networking. This is a unique opportunity to combine practical asbestos expertise with scientific, regulatory and investigative work, helping to shape guidance, policy and interventions that improve workplace health across Great Britain. Working Pattern Part time hours are available for this role. We can accept part time applicants who can commit to a minimum of 30 hours per week. Job description As a Senior Scientist, you will apply your asbestos expertise to support HSE's regulatory, forensic, incident investigations and research activities. Working across a programme of site and laboratory-based work, you will contribute to the evidence base underpinning the Control of Asbestos Regulations and help improve the management of asbestos risks in workplaces across Great Britain. You will deliver asbestos related regulatory, forensic and investigative projects requiring asbestos expertise, ensuring high scientific standards in the generation, interpretation and communication of technical evidence. You will provide expert advice to regulatory, operational and policy colleagues, supporting evidence-based decision making and contributing to the development of technical guidance and policy. For the foreseeable future, a significant proportion of the role will involve external site based project delivery activities across Great Britain. As such, practical experience of asbestos surveys, duty-to-manage activities and clearance testing are essential to for the role. You will produce high-quality scientific outputs, including reports, publications, presentations and contributions to conferences and, play an active role in sharing knowledge, mentoring colleagues and supporting the development of technical capability across the team. The role requires you to plan, manage and prioritise your workload effectively to ensure timely delivery, in accordance with quality systems, health and safety procedures and HSE's governance requirements. This role involves working with asbestos in both controlled laboratory environments and during site-based activities. You will be required to wear close-fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE) when carrying out certain tasks and must therefore be able to successfully complete face-fit testing. You will also be required to undertake relevant health surveillance or medical assessments necessary to meet statutory and organisational requirements for working with asbestos. Key Responsibilities As a Senior Scientist in the field of Fibres & Minerals at HSE, your key responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to: Applying asbestos knowledge to support workplace exposure assessments, regulatory requirements, incident investigations and enforcement work. Delivering asbestos-related site and laboratory based research, including incident investigations and sampling activities. Working with asbestos in both laboratory and site environments, including the use of close-fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE), completing face-fit testing and undertaking required health surveillance and medical assessments. Generating, analysing and interpreting technical and scientific data to support regulatory, forensic and investigative activities. Communicating scientific findings and technical advice to regulatory, policy, operational and external stakeholders. Collaborating with colleagues across HSE to deliver high-quality research, investigative and technical work. Ensuring compliance with quality systems, governance requirements, laboratory procedures and health and safety standards. Training to become an HSE Nominated Asbestos Person for asbestos related site activities. Training and Health requirements This role involves working with asbestos in both controlled laboratory environments and during site-based activities. You will be required to wear close-fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE) when carrying out certain tasks and must therefore be able to successfully complete face-fit testing. You will also be required to undertake relevant health surveillance or medical assessments necessary to meet statutory and organisational requirements for working with asbestos. You must be willing to undertake the training required to become an HSE Nominated Asbestos Person (NAP) for asbestos-related site activities. This includes training in asbestos enclosure entry, exit and decontamination. Person specification Essential Skills and criteria Demonstrate practical site experience of asbestos surveys, duty-to-manage activities and clearance testing and/or asbestos management activities Demonstrate practical experience of delivering site and/or laboratory based work to investigate workplace exposures or support regulatory, forensic or investigative activities, including the generation, validation and interpretation of analytical or research data Experience of applying technical or scientific knowledge to support workplace investigations, regulatory activities, incident investigations or evidence-based decision making Experience of communicating technical and/or scientific information through reports, publications, presentations or other methods to technical and nontechnical audiences Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver work independently whilst managing competing demands Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, follow documented procedures, maintain scientific and quality standards, undertake continuing professional development. You must also be willing to undertake the training required to become an HSE Nominated Asbestos Person (NAP) for asbestos related site activities. This includes training in asbestos enclosure entry, exit and decontamination.
Sep 22, 2026
Full time
Senior Scientist - Asbestos & Exposure Measurement (Band 3/SEO) Health and Safety Executive Apply before Midday on Monday 5th October 2026 Details Reference number (phone number removed) Salary 47,686 - 54,453 Standard. A 1 Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% Job grade Senior Executive Officer Band 3 Contract type Permanent Business area SEAD (Science, Engineering and Analysis Division) Health Group, Exposure Measurement Unit, Fibres & Minerals Team, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9JN. Type of role Health and Safety Operational Delivery Project Delivery Science Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Part-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents 2 Location 3 About the job 4 Benefits 5 Things you need to know 6 Apply and further information Location Harpur Hill, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 9JN. About the job Job summary Are you an experienced asbestos professional looking to apply your expertise in a role that directly influences national policy, guidance and regulation? HSE is seeking a Senior Scientist to deliver asbestos-related site investigations, research and regulatory support activities across Great Britain. Working within the Fibres & Minerals Team at HSE's Science and Research Centre in Buxton, you will use your asbestos knowledge and practical site experience to support the evidence base underpinning the Control of Asbestos Regulations and help improve the management of asbestos risks in workplaces across Great Britain. We are particularly interested in candidates with practical experience of asbestos surveys, duty-to-manage activities and clearance testing. You will apply this expertise to a portfolio of scientific, regulatory and investigative work, including site investigations, workplace exposure assessments, incident investigations and research projects. You will work collaboratively with scientific, operational and policy colleagues across HSE, providing technical expertise and contributing to the development of guidance, research outputs and evidence-based decision making. The role offers the opportunity to work on nationally significant projects that directly support HSE's mission to prevent work-related death, injury and ill health. Travel For the foreseeable future, a significant proportion of the role will involve working at external sites across Great Britain to support site activities, project delivery and training requirements. Regular travel, including overnight stays, will therefore be required. Hybrid working arrangements are available where business needs allow; however, the role cannot be carried out predominantly from home and regular attendance at external sites and HSE's Science and Research Centre in Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 9JN will be required. This role offers opportunities to attend meetings and conferences within the UK and internationally, supporting professional development and networking. This is a unique opportunity to combine practical asbestos expertise with scientific, regulatory and investigative work, helping to shape guidance, policy and interventions that improve workplace health across Great Britain. Working Pattern Part time hours are available for this role. We can accept part time applicants who can commit to a minimum of 30 hours per week. Job description As a Senior Scientist, you will apply your asbestos expertise to support HSE's regulatory, forensic, incident investigations and research activities. Working across a programme of site and laboratory-based work, you will contribute to the evidence base underpinning the Control of Asbestos Regulations and help improve the management of asbestos risks in workplaces across Great Britain. You will deliver asbestos related regulatory, forensic and investigative projects requiring asbestos expertise, ensuring high scientific standards in the generation, interpretation and communication of technical evidence. You will provide expert advice to regulatory, operational and policy colleagues, supporting evidence-based decision making and contributing to the development of technical guidance and policy. For the foreseeable future, a significant proportion of the role will involve external site based project delivery activities across Great Britain. As such, practical experience of asbestos surveys, duty-to-manage activities and clearance testing are essential to for the role. You will produce high-quality scientific outputs, including reports, publications, presentations and contributions to conferences and, play an active role in sharing knowledge, mentoring colleagues and supporting the development of technical capability across the team. The role requires you to plan, manage and prioritise your workload effectively to ensure timely delivery, in accordance with quality systems, health and safety procedures and HSE's governance requirements. This role involves working with asbestos in both controlled laboratory environments and during site-based activities. You will be required to wear close-fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE) when carrying out certain tasks and must therefore be able to successfully complete face-fit testing. You will also be required to undertake relevant health surveillance or medical assessments necessary to meet statutory and organisational requirements for working with asbestos. Key Responsibilities As a Senior Scientist in the field of Fibres & Minerals at HSE, your key responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to: Applying asbestos knowledge to support workplace exposure assessments, regulatory requirements, incident investigations and enforcement work. Delivering asbestos-related site and laboratory based research, including incident investigations and sampling activities. Working with asbestos in both laboratory and site environments, including the use of close-fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE), completing face-fit testing and undertaking required health surveillance and medical assessments. Generating, analysing and interpreting technical and scientific data to support regulatory, forensic and investigative activities. Communicating scientific findings and technical advice to regulatory, policy, operational and external stakeholders. Collaborating with colleagues across HSE to deliver high-quality research, investigative and technical work. Ensuring compliance with quality systems, governance requirements, laboratory procedures and health and safety standards. Training to become an HSE Nominated Asbestos Person for asbestos related site activities. Training and Health requirements This role involves working with asbestos in both controlled laboratory environments and during site-based activities. You will be required to wear close-fitting respiratory protective equipment (RPE) when carrying out certain tasks and must therefore be able to successfully complete face-fit testing. You will also be required to undertake relevant health surveillance or medical assessments necessary to meet statutory and organisational requirements for working with asbestos. You must be willing to undertake the training required to become an HSE Nominated Asbestos Person (NAP) for asbestos-related site activities. This includes training in asbestos enclosure entry, exit and decontamination. Person specification Essential Skills and criteria Demonstrate practical site experience of asbestos surveys, duty-to-manage activities and clearance testing and/or asbestos management activities Demonstrate practical experience of delivering site and/or laboratory based work to investigate workplace exposures or support regulatory, forensic or investigative activities, including the generation, validation and interpretation of analytical or research data Experience of applying technical or scientific knowledge to support workplace investigations, regulatory activities, incident investigations or evidence-based decision making Experience of communicating technical and/or scientific information through reports, publications, presentations or other methods to technical and nontechnical audiences Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver work independently whilst managing competing demands Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, follow documented procedures, maintain scientific and quality standards, undertake continuing professional development. You must also be willing to undertake the training required to become an HSE Nominated Asbestos Person (NAP) for asbestos related site activities. This includes training in asbestos enclosure entry, exit and decontamination.
Performance Lead The Church of England Pensions Board Church House or Bishopthorpe - flexible and hybrid working options ( 1 day per week in office) Band 2 : 57,297 (pro rata of 71,621) Permanent, Part-Time (28 hours per week) About the Church of England Pensions Board The Church of England Pensions Board provides retirement services to those who serve or work for the Church. Both a regulated pension fund and registered charity, more than 43,000 people rely on us for their pensions. A leader in ethical and responsible investment, we carefully steward the 3.5bn of pension savings entrusted to us to not only grow our members' pensions, but also to drive systemic and lasting change across the industries and sectors in which we invest for a just and sustainable word. The Board also supports 2,300 retired clergy with housing, including managing a national portfolio of 1,200 rented homes and Community Living options. Supported by a multi-million pound grant from the wider Church, we are setting up a new function responsible for engaging with clergy at all stages of life and ministry on their current and future plans. This includes offering access to: grants to kick-start saving, bespoke advice at key life stages and tailored products that will give our customers more choice about their future. We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Performance Lead to join our new team, taking responsibility for evaluating the impact and effectiveness of the Financial Wellbeing service. You will lead performance reporting, team governance, planning cycles and risk management, ensuring the service is well run, accountable and continuously improving. A critical part of this role includes business case development, for future services and funding. The Pensions Board, as part of the National Church Institutions (NCIs) of the Church of England, offers a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and walks of life. We welcome applications from people of all faiths and of no faith. We want to encourage applications from a diverse group of people who share our values. Even if you have never thought about working for us before, if you have the skills and experience we're looking for, then we would like to hear from you. What you'll be doing As Performance Lead, you will be the integrator and operational anchor for the Financial Wellbeing service ensuring we have the right governance, planning cycles, KPIs and performance reporting in place to run an effective, accountable and high impact service. This includes assessing service delivery against our strategic goals and building up a good picture of future demand for the Board's in retirement services, especially retirement housing. This role is both analytical and operational: you will ensure the service has a clear view of its performance while also shaping the processes, rhythms and governance structures that keep the team aligned and effective. You will work closely with the Insight & Data Analyst Lead to ensure performance reporting is robust, with Finance and Strategy on investment/business case design and business planning, and with Audit & Risk to ensure compliance and assurance. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Performance, Monitoring & Evaluation Lead the monitoring and evaluation framework for the service, ensuring KPIs and impact measures are meaningful, accurate and aligned to strategic objectives. Developing the framework as required. Produce regular performance reports for the PB Executive and Trustees, ensuring clarity, insight and ownership across the financial wellbeing team. Ensure performance reporting is timely, consistent and aligned with organisational standards. Collaborate with Financial Wellbeing colleagues to ensure data is interpreted effectively and used to drive improvements. Develop and recommend new KPIs or impact assessment measures where needed to strengthen understanding of service effectiveness. Collaborate with the Head of Customer Service, service leads and Regional Advisers to ensure performance monitoring is embedded across the team. Ensure the Financial Wellbeing service has a clear, accurate and up to date view of projected clergy retirement housing needs,. Owning the collaboration between financial wellbeing and Housing colleagues to develop and maintain shared datasets and planning models. Ensure the customer voice is central to and ingrained in any planning, service evaluation and decision making for the financial wellbeing services. Liaise with wider Pension Board and NCI colleagues to ensure Financial Wellbeing service delivery is imbedded in organisation wide feedback mechanisms Governance & Planning Set up, manage and refine governance structures for the team, including the rhythm of team meetings, project boards (where needed) and stakeholder forums. Support Director in the annual business planning and objective setting processes within the financial wellbeing team, working with Strategy and Finance colleagues to ensure alignment with the broader organisational cycle. Coordinate the development of investment cases for future funding, working closely with Finance, Strategy, and Housing colleagues. Maintain forward plans, calendars and governance documentation to support effective and proactive oversight and decision making. Ensure the service meets audit, risk and compliance requirements. Provide briefings and updates to senior leaders and for governance forums (such housing committees and project boards) including drafting papers and reports. Promote a culture of good governance and continuous improvement. Risk Management & Assurance Lead risk identification and management for the service, working to NCI guidance. Maintain the service risk register and ensure risks are escalated appropriately. Coordinate internal audits with Audit & Risk teams and support Finance on external audits. Ensure audit recommendations are tracked, owned and implemented. Work with Head of Customer services to ensure appropriate business continuity plans in place for the service Problem solving and continuous improvement Support the Director as a de facto Chief of Staff, helping troubleshoot operational issues and ensuring smooth running of the service. Identify opportunities to improve governance, planning and performance processes. Ensure lessons learned from audits, performance reviews and feedback loops are embedded. Promote a strong performance culture across the team. Stay abreast of best practice in governance, impact measurement and performance management. Your job description is intended to reflect your main tasks and areas of work but is not exhaustive. Changes may occur over time, and you will be expected to agree any reasonable changes to your job description that are commensurate with your banding and in line with the general nature of your post. You will be consulted about any changes to your job description before these are implemented. About You The Church of England is for everyone, and we want to reflect the diversity of the community the Church serves across the whole country. Therefore, while of course we welcome all applications from interested and suitably experienced people, we would particularly welcome applicants from UK Minoritised Ethnicities (UKME)/Global Majority Heritage (GMH) and other underrepresented groups. Essential - Knowledge & Experience Strong understanding and proven experience of governance in regulated and/or charity environments. Experience designing or managing KPIs, performance frameworks or impact assessment models. Experience of risk management and audit processes. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret both qualitative and quantitative data. Experience of business planning and objective setting cycles. Experience producing performance reports for senior stakeholders. Experience working across organisational boundaries to align planning, data and performance frameworks. Experience managing strategic relationships with operational delivery teams (e.g., housing, customer service, or similar). Understanding of how data informs long term service planning, particularly in environments with complex customer journeys. Strong experience of business case or investment case development and design. Experience working in a customer focused, operational and values driven environment. Essential - Skills & Abilities Excellent organisational and planning skills, with a commitment to keeping processes simple. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Able to translate data and performance information into clear, actionable insights. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including influencing and supporting senior leaders Confident facilitating meetings, governance forums and cross team processes. Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines and used to having oversight of multiple work streams across different teams. Exceptional communication skills, written and verbal, including the ability to influence stakeholders and colleagues How to Apply: For further information please contact: Ciara Lynn Application Close Date: 18th September
Sep 07, 2026
Full time
Performance Lead The Church of England Pensions Board Church House or Bishopthorpe - flexible and hybrid working options ( 1 day per week in office) Band 2 : 57,297 (pro rata of 71,621) Permanent, Part-Time (28 hours per week) About the Church of England Pensions Board The Church of England Pensions Board provides retirement services to those who serve or work for the Church. Both a regulated pension fund and registered charity, more than 43,000 people rely on us for their pensions. A leader in ethical and responsible investment, we carefully steward the 3.5bn of pension savings entrusted to us to not only grow our members' pensions, but also to drive systemic and lasting change across the industries and sectors in which we invest for a just and sustainable word. The Board also supports 2,300 retired clergy with housing, including managing a national portfolio of 1,200 rented homes and Community Living options. Supported by a multi-million pound grant from the wider Church, we are setting up a new function responsible for engaging with clergy at all stages of life and ministry on their current and future plans. This includes offering access to: grants to kick-start saving, bespoke advice at key life stages and tailored products that will give our customers more choice about their future. We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Performance Lead to join our new team, taking responsibility for evaluating the impact and effectiveness of the Financial Wellbeing service. You will lead performance reporting, team governance, planning cycles and risk management, ensuring the service is well run, accountable and continuously improving. A critical part of this role includes business case development, for future services and funding. The Pensions Board, as part of the National Church Institutions (NCIs) of the Church of England, offers a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and walks of life. We welcome applications from people of all faiths and of no faith. We want to encourage applications from a diverse group of people who share our values. Even if you have never thought about working for us before, if you have the skills and experience we're looking for, then we would like to hear from you. What you'll be doing As Performance Lead, you will be the integrator and operational anchor for the Financial Wellbeing service ensuring we have the right governance, planning cycles, KPIs and performance reporting in place to run an effective, accountable and high impact service. This includes assessing service delivery against our strategic goals and building up a good picture of future demand for the Board's in retirement services, especially retirement housing. This role is both analytical and operational: you will ensure the service has a clear view of its performance while also shaping the processes, rhythms and governance structures that keep the team aligned and effective. You will work closely with the Insight & Data Analyst Lead to ensure performance reporting is robust, with Finance and Strategy on investment/business case design and business planning, and with Audit & Risk to ensure compliance and assurance. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Performance, Monitoring & Evaluation Lead the monitoring and evaluation framework for the service, ensuring KPIs and impact measures are meaningful, accurate and aligned to strategic objectives. Developing the framework as required. Produce regular performance reports for the PB Executive and Trustees, ensuring clarity, insight and ownership across the financial wellbeing team. Ensure performance reporting is timely, consistent and aligned with organisational standards. Collaborate with Financial Wellbeing colleagues to ensure data is interpreted effectively and used to drive improvements. Develop and recommend new KPIs or impact assessment measures where needed to strengthen understanding of service effectiveness. Collaborate with the Head of Customer Service, service leads and Regional Advisers to ensure performance monitoring is embedded across the team. Ensure the Financial Wellbeing service has a clear, accurate and up to date view of projected clergy retirement housing needs,. Owning the collaboration between financial wellbeing and Housing colleagues to develop and maintain shared datasets and planning models. Ensure the customer voice is central to and ingrained in any planning, service evaluation and decision making for the financial wellbeing services. Liaise with wider Pension Board and NCI colleagues to ensure Financial Wellbeing service delivery is imbedded in organisation wide feedback mechanisms Governance & Planning Set up, manage and refine governance structures for the team, including the rhythm of team meetings, project boards (where needed) and stakeholder forums. Support Director in the annual business planning and objective setting processes within the financial wellbeing team, working with Strategy and Finance colleagues to ensure alignment with the broader organisational cycle. Coordinate the development of investment cases for future funding, working closely with Finance, Strategy, and Housing colleagues. Maintain forward plans, calendars and governance documentation to support effective and proactive oversight and decision making. Ensure the service meets audit, risk and compliance requirements. Provide briefings and updates to senior leaders and for governance forums (such housing committees and project boards) including drafting papers and reports. Promote a culture of good governance and continuous improvement. Risk Management & Assurance Lead risk identification and management for the service, working to NCI guidance. Maintain the service risk register and ensure risks are escalated appropriately. Coordinate internal audits with Audit & Risk teams and support Finance on external audits. Ensure audit recommendations are tracked, owned and implemented. Work with Head of Customer services to ensure appropriate business continuity plans in place for the service Problem solving and continuous improvement Support the Director as a de facto Chief of Staff, helping troubleshoot operational issues and ensuring smooth running of the service. Identify opportunities to improve governance, planning and performance processes. Ensure lessons learned from audits, performance reviews and feedback loops are embedded. Promote a strong performance culture across the team. Stay abreast of best practice in governance, impact measurement and performance management. Your job description is intended to reflect your main tasks and areas of work but is not exhaustive. Changes may occur over time, and you will be expected to agree any reasonable changes to your job description that are commensurate with your banding and in line with the general nature of your post. You will be consulted about any changes to your job description before these are implemented. About You The Church of England is for everyone, and we want to reflect the diversity of the community the Church serves across the whole country. Therefore, while of course we welcome all applications from interested and suitably experienced people, we would particularly welcome applicants from UK Minoritised Ethnicities (UKME)/Global Majority Heritage (GMH) and other underrepresented groups. Essential - Knowledge & Experience Strong understanding and proven experience of governance in regulated and/or charity environments. Experience designing or managing KPIs, performance frameworks or impact assessment models. Experience of risk management and audit processes. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret both qualitative and quantitative data. Experience of business planning and objective setting cycles. Experience producing performance reports for senior stakeholders. Experience working across organisational boundaries to align planning, data and performance frameworks. Experience managing strategic relationships with operational delivery teams (e.g., housing, customer service, or similar). Understanding of how data informs long term service planning, particularly in environments with complex customer journeys. Strong experience of business case or investment case development and design. Experience working in a customer focused, operational and values driven environment. Essential - Skills & Abilities Excellent organisational and planning skills, with a commitment to keeping processes simple. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Able to translate data and performance information into clear, actionable insights. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including influencing and supporting senior leaders Confident facilitating meetings, governance forums and cross team processes. Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines and used to having oversight of multiple work streams across different teams. Exceptional communication skills, written and verbal, including the ability to influence stakeholders and colleagues How to Apply: For further information please contact: Ciara Lynn Application Close Date: 18th September
On behalf of DWP, we are looking for a BMS Controls Engineer for a contracting ending in March 2027 Inside IR35 contract based 3 days a week in your closest DWP location (Glasgow, Newcastle, Leeds, Sheffield, Manchester, Birmingham, Blackpool, Cardiff) and the rest from home. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for welfare, pensions, and child maintenance policy. As the UK's biggest public service department, it administers the State Pension and a range of working age, disability and ill health benefits to around 20 million claimants and customers. As such, we operate on a scale that is almost unmatched anywhere in Europe and most people in Britain come into contact with us at some point in their lives. Working with DWP, you will be helping us to drive our priorities to: Help people to move into work and support those already in work to progress, with the aim of increasing overall workforce participation Help people to plan and save for later life, while providing a safety net for those who need it now Provide effective, efficient, and innovative services to the millions of claimants who rely on us every day, including the most vulnerable in society Improve experience of our services while maximising value for money for the taxpayer. As a BMS Controls Engineer, your main responsibilities will be to: Act as DWP Estates subject matter expert on the domains of Building Management Systems. To ensure that the DWP Estate division has a complete, relevant, operational, and compliant Building Management Systems to include: plans, registers, drawings, surveys, and risk matrix for its property portfolio. Lead collaborative working with internal and external DWP specialist and/or 'BMS' consultants in the development and implementation of a performance management system, for the assurance and development of maintenance activities and strategies related to BMS systems. Act as the DWP Estates subject matter expert in respect of Building Management Systems. Ensure the estates premises portfolio is fully compliant with all legislation within your domain, and develop strategies, policies and procedures surrounding this. Periodically review survey documentation produced by the specialist Consultants and appointed contractor, including supply chain, to ensure that all surveys and action plans are documented, tracked and rectification works agreed are closed-out. Lead in the capture and interpretation of accurate and relevant asset and maintenance data for BMS and correct maintenance, works and investment is in place, and our sites are safe and maintained throughout their life Essential: Background in BMS - electrical engineer or electrician would be preference Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA)/Technical Certification in BMS/Controls systems at Level 3 or above Knowledge of IQ Vision or similar like Honeywell Desirable: NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent) HNC in BMS Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, DWP guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant DWP guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".
Apr 30, 2026
Contractor
On behalf of DWP, we are looking for a BMS Controls Engineer for a contracting ending in March 2027 Inside IR35 contract based 3 days a week in your closest DWP location (Glasgow, Newcastle, Leeds, Sheffield, Manchester, Birmingham, Blackpool, Cardiff) and the rest from home. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for welfare, pensions, and child maintenance policy. As the UK's biggest public service department, it administers the State Pension and a range of working age, disability and ill health benefits to around 20 million claimants and customers. As such, we operate on a scale that is almost unmatched anywhere in Europe and most people in Britain come into contact with us at some point in their lives. Working with DWP, you will be helping us to drive our priorities to: Help people to move into work and support those already in work to progress, with the aim of increasing overall workforce participation Help people to plan and save for later life, while providing a safety net for those who need it now Provide effective, efficient, and innovative services to the millions of claimants who rely on us every day, including the most vulnerable in society Improve experience of our services while maximising value for money for the taxpayer. As a BMS Controls Engineer, your main responsibilities will be to: Act as DWP Estates subject matter expert on the domains of Building Management Systems. To ensure that the DWP Estate division has a complete, relevant, operational, and compliant Building Management Systems to include: plans, registers, drawings, surveys, and risk matrix for its property portfolio. Lead collaborative working with internal and external DWP specialist and/or 'BMS' consultants in the development and implementation of a performance management system, for the assurance and development of maintenance activities and strategies related to BMS systems. Act as the DWP Estates subject matter expert in respect of Building Management Systems. Ensure the estates premises portfolio is fully compliant with all legislation within your domain, and develop strategies, policies and procedures surrounding this. Periodically review survey documentation produced by the specialist Consultants and appointed contractor, including supply chain, to ensure that all surveys and action plans are documented, tracked and rectification works agreed are closed-out. Lead in the capture and interpretation of accurate and relevant asset and maintenance data for BMS and correct maintenance, works and investment is in place, and our sites are safe and maintained throughout their life Essential: Background in BMS - electrical engineer or electrician would be preference Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA)/Technical Certification in BMS/Controls systems at Level 3 or above Knowledge of IQ Vision or similar like Honeywell Desirable: NEBOSH Certificate (or equivalent) HNC in BMS Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, DWP guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant DWP guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".
On behalf of DWP , we are looking for an Estates Surveyor (Inside IR35) for a 12 month contract . This is a hybrid working role (three days per week office based - Central Region). The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for welfare, pensions, and child maintenance policy. As the UK's biggest public service department, it administers the State Pension and a range of working age, disability and ill health benefits to around 20 million claimants and customers. As such, we operate on a scale that is almost unmatched anywhere in Europe and most people in Britain come into contact with us at some point in their lives. Working with DWP, you will be helping us to drive our priorities to: Help people to move into work and support those already in work to progress, with the aim of increasing overall workforce participation Help people to plan and save for later life, while providing a safety net for those who need it now Provide effective, efficient, and innovative services to the millions of claimants who rely on us every day, including the most vulnerable in society Improve experience of our services while maximising value for money for the taxpayer. Job Purpose: Supporting the Asset Manager (LCW/Surveying) with delivery of the Life Cycle Works (LCW) strategy, you will manage the process of carrying out asset surveys across the estate and specifying the scope of works for LCW programmes. The role will include supporting the Estate's strategy portfolio appraisal and continued investment or disposal across a wide and varied portfolio, through the application or alignment to ISO 55001 with the aim of optimising the asset portfolio for DWP employees, customers and other stakeholders whilst at the same time maintaining the critical requirement of asset compliance. You will play a key role in our department's goal of improving the estate to provide a safer, more productive environment for staff and customers, whilst reducing the Department's carbon footprint. You will support the delivery of the Department's asset strategy commitments, working closely with the Service Delivery team and the national Facilities Management (FM) supply chain to optimise asset performance. As an Estates Surveyor , your main responsibilities will be to: Support the Asset Manager (LCW/Surveying) in the delivery of the Asset Management Strategy for the Estates property portfolio. Shadow third party surveyors conducting asset collection surveys across the estate to ensure defined protocols for surveying are being followed. Review and validate third party asset validation reports and provide technical feedback including submitting asset change requests where applicable. Review applications for maintenance / upgrading works providing technical advice where applicable. Deliver the end-to-end asset surveying process from planning of asset surveys through to issue of a scope of works for a proposed project and initial cost estimate. Maintain the progress of the asset survey programme for the area of responsibility, ensuring the program is delivered in accordance with the schedule. Compile the asset survey results in a formal report with CIBSE condition ratings and photographic/documentary evidence and ensures that they are incorporated in the forward maintenance requirements. Essential: Significant experience of asset condition surveying within a large commercial property portfolio. Extensive and detailed technical knowledge of building asset types and asset lifecycle management within diverse range of portfolios (Corporate, multi occupied, public facing) MRICS Has surveyed and planned lifecycle programs on large property portfolios. Up to date knowledge of the legislation, best practice and industry standards in relation to providing a safe, sustainable and compliant Estate. In depth knowledge of building asset types, their significance on legal compliance and improvements needed to support the Department's commitment to Net Zero Carbon and Greening Government Commitments. Understanding of end-to-end commercial construction project delivery process. Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, DWP guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant DWP guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".
Apr 30, 2026
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On behalf of DWP , we are looking for an Estates Surveyor (Inside IR35) for a 12 month contract . This is a hybrid working role (three days per week office based - Central Region). The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is responsible for welfare, pensions, and child maintenance policy. As the UK's biggest public service department, it administers the State Pension and a range of working age, disability and ill health benefits to around 20 million claimants and customers. As such, we operate on a scale that is almost unmatched anywhere in Europe and most people in Britain come into contact with us at some point in their lives. Working with DWP, you will be helping us to drive our priorities to: Help people to move into work and support those already in work to progress, with the aim of increasing overall workforce participation Help people to plan and save for later life, while providing a safety net for those who need it now Provide effective, efficient, and innovative services to the millions of claimants who rely on us every day, including the most vulnerable in society Improve experience of our services while maximising value for money for the taxpayer. Job Purpose: Supporting the Asset Manager (LCW/Surveying) with delivery of the Life Cycle Works (LCW) strategy, you will manage the process of carrying out asset surveys across the estate and specifying the scope of works for LCW programmes. The role will include supporting the Estate's strategy portfolio appraisal and continued investment or disposal across a wide and varied portfolio, through the application or alignment to ISO 55001 with the aim of optimising the asset portfolio for DWP employees, customers and other stakeholders whilst at the same time maintaining the critical requirement of asset compliance. You will play a key role in our department's goal of improving the estate to provide a safer, more productive environment for staff and customers, whilst reducing the Department's carbon footprint. You will support the delivery of the Department's asset strategy commitments, working closely with the Service Delivery team and the national Facilities Management (FM) supply chain to optimise asset performance. As an Estates Surveyor , your main responsibilities will be to: Support the Asset Manager (LCW/Surveying) in the delivery of the Asset Management Strategy for the Estates property portfolio. Shadow third party surveyors conducting asset collection surveys across the estate to ensure defined protocols for surveying are being followed. Review and validate third party asset validation reports and provide technical feedback including submitting asset change requests where applicable. Review applications for maintenance / upgrading works providing technical advice where applicable. Deliver the end-to-end asset surveying process from planning of asset surveys through to issue of a scope of works for a proposed project and initial cost estimate. Maintain the progress of the asset survey programme for the area of responsibility, ensuring the program is delivered in accordance with the schedule. Compile the asset survey results in a formal report with CIBSE condition ratings and photographic/documentary evidence and ensures that they are incorporated in the forward maintenance requirements. Essential: Significant experience of asset condition surveying within a large commercial property portfolio. Extensive and detailed technical knowledge of building asset types and asset lifecycle management within diverse range of portfolios (Corporate, multi occupied, public facing) MRICS Has surveyed and planned lifecycle programs on large property portfolios. Up to date knowledge of the legislation, best practice and industry standards in relation to providing a safe, sustainable and compliant Estate. In depth knowledge of building asset types, their significance on legal compliance and improvements needed to support the Department's commitment to Net Zero Carbon and Greening Government Commitments. Understanding of end-to-end commercial construction project delivery process. Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, DWP guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant DWP guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".
