Product Specialist - Explosive Environments
| Posting date: | 06 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 April 2026 |
| Location: | Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 1AA |
| Remote working: | Fully remote |
| Company: | GI Group Main Account |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1195_1772807863 |
Summary
Product Specialist - Explosive Environments, £50,000-£65,000, Field-Based / Barnsley Area
Join a leading global technology and safety consultancy and make a real impact on industrial safety. We are looking for a Product Specialist in Explosive Environments to advise clients on compliance with explosion protection and safety legislation, delivering expert guidance on certification, inspections, and standards.
Why this role?
- £50,000-£65,000 salary
- Field-based role around the Barnsley area with flexibility to work remotely when needed
- Opportunity to deliver technical support, inspections, and audits on high-profile industrial projects
- Work directly with clients to ensure compliance with DSEAR, ATEX, UKCA/CE, and other safety standards
- Use your expertise in hazardous area principles to guide client decisions and safety strategies
What you'll do:
- Conduct on-site evaluations of hazardous locations for certification and compliance
- Perform DSEAR inspections, CE/UKCA verifications, and risk assessments
- Audit client management systems and technical documentation
- Provide technical advice to clients and internal teams, maintaining strong relationships
- Deliver seminars and talks to local safety professionals and engineers
- Represent the organisation in standards and certification forums
- Support sales and business development with technical expertise
What we're looking for:
- Engineering qualification (HNC minimum) or equivalent experience in electrical/mechanical disciplines
- Hazardous Area Competence (CompEx Ex01-Ex06, Ex11, Ex12, Ex14)
- Deep knowledge of explosion protection principles: Ex d, Ex e, Ex m, Ex i, Ex p, Ex h, Ex t
- Experience with 60079-14 (Installation) and 60079-17 (Inspection)
- Strong understanding of UK and European safety directives, standards, and certification processes
- Excellent interpersonal, organisational, and customer service skills
- Full UK Driving Licence and flexibility for site travel (UK and potentially international)
Desirable:
- ISO 9001 Lead Audit qualification
- Membership in standards committees (BSI, CEN, IEC)
- Experience with AutoCAD
Benefits include:
- 33+ days holiday, pension, life assurance, and comprehensive wellbeing support
- Company vehicle for field work
- Flexible work options, including homeworking when applicable
- Incentives, salary exchange schemes, and career development opportunities
Take on a high-impact, technically challenging role where your expertise ensures industrial safety and compliance. Apply now to make your mark in explosive environments.
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