Technical Author - Inorganic chemicals BAT

Position: Technical Author - Inorganic chemicals BAT - 32437

Technical Author – Inorganic chemicals – UK BAT – 32437

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About the role

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.

We use smart tools to stay connected and reduce travel, but some travel and overnight stays may be required. We also support an inclusive incident management objective as part of the development plan.

Responsibilities

• Drafting BAT Conclusions.
• Liaising with Technical Working Groups.
• Presenting a final document suitable for publication as a new, UK-wide, environmental standard for industry.

Key attributes and skill set

• 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.
• Capability of critically analysing technical arguments and data.
• Ability to work with, and write technical documents.
• Good project management skills and a drive to complete.

Experience and Skills Required

You will have at least 5 years working experience, and a solid understanding of environmental regulation LVIC industry.

• The large Volume inorganic chemicals industry.
• UK and EU industrial environmental legislation, in particular the IED and the Environmental Permitting Regulations.

Activity‑based answers should demonstrate experience and expert understanding of:

• Collection and technical analysis of complex industrial data.
• Understanding the implications of BAT Conclusions in permits, on industry and the environment.
• Verbal and written communication.
• Building and maintaining relationships.
• Planning, prioritising and organising tasks and resources to ensure timely and effective results.
• Responding flexibly to challenges and adept at building consensus.
• Ability to work effectively with people from different backgrounds and cultures and actively encourage others to consider diversity issues in their work.

Development and Support

A range of development opportunities and appropriate training will be provided.

Contact and Additional Information

We’re committed to having an inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve, so welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds. Join our information call about this role on the 9th December at 16:00. For more information about working for us, who to contact regarding these roles and how to apply please read the Candidate Pack and Additional information document.

If you have any queries, or want to discuss working patterns, base locations etc, please contact paul.steve

Applications will be “blind” assessed using your answers to the competency questions. Interviews will be held using MS Teams with 4 capability based questions and a presentation. We’ll hold a reserve list for 6 months. Depending on your skills/experience you may be offered an alternative post.

Length of Contract

Up to 2 years from appointment.

Competence Requirements Communicates Effectively

UK-BAT will require effective communication with many differing stakeholders, sometimes involving large scale events.

Question:
Can you give me an example of where you have employed effective communication techniques and describe how these were pivotal for success? How have you dealt with difficult customers?

• Is an active listener, has time for people; seeks their contribution.
• Uses full range of communication methods to ensure effective understanding.
• Considers needs of and impact on audience, anticipates reactions and uses appropriate communication method and style.
• Prepares written reports and data in clear, readable and accurate manner, using appropriate grammar,…