Technical Author - Slaughterhouses and Animal -products - UKBAT

Technical Author – Slaughterhouses and Animal By‑products – UK BAT – 32429

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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.

We are fully committed to having an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

Large Slaughterhouses and Animal by‑products 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.

You’ll be responsible for drafting BAT Conclusions, liaising with Technical Working Groups and presenting a final document suitable for publication as a new, UK‑wide environmental standard for industry.

• Draft BAT Conclusions and prepare technical documents.
• Liaise with Technical Working Groups.
• Present final documents for publication.
• Analyse technical arguments and data critically.
• Manage projects to deliver results on time.
• Work collaboratively with stakeholders.

Some travel and overnight stays may be required.

• At least 5 years’ experience in the slaughterhouse and animal by‑products industry, with specialist knowledge.
• Good understanding of process engineering, environmental issues, legislation and policy in the UK.
• Experience analysing complex industrial data and applying environmental law.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to write technical documents.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Planning, prioritising and organising tasks to ensure timely results.
• Ability to respond flexibly to challenges and build consensus.

• Up to 2‑year contract.
• Competitive benefits and development opportunities.
• Information call on 9 Dec at 16:00.
• Contact: paul.steve
• All applicants will have their answers blinded and interviewed via MS Teams.

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.