PED/PER(pressure equipment directive)Certification Manager

Location: UK or Europe (remote) The advertised salary range reflects the level, scope and responsibilities of the role. Starting salary within that range will be determined based on experience, skills, market considerations and alignment with internal equity principles. Please note: BSI is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this vacancy. Job Purpose

• To manage the development, implementation and future business activities in relation to the Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU (PED) and the Pressure Equipment (Safety) Regulations (PESR) SI 2016, as amended.
• To provide technical expertise on a wide range of pressure equipment to support both inspection and certification activities related to the PED/PESR.
• To undertake audit activities within BSI’s certification scope as an EN ISO/IEC (phone number removed) / EN ISO/IEC 17065 Certification Body.
• To undertake inspection activities within the scope of BSI’s certification as an EN ISO 17020 Type A Inspection Body. Key Result Areas and Principal Accountabilities
• Investigate, develop and project manage a suite of services to meet customer requirements in respect of the PED/PESR, ensuring that they are evaluated against commercial, technical and strategic criteria.
• Liaise and coordinate with other parts of BSI to achieve and maximise business opportunities for the PED/PESR.
• Conduct inspection activities in respect of a wide variety of pressure equipment under the PED/PESR.
• Ensure that each element of the service is planned and implemented so that it is quickly made available to clients.
• Conduct PED/PESR compliance audits at customer sites independently.
• Assist in the control of BSI’s inspection business.
• Support the training and development of staff. Dimensions / Performance Measures
• Timeliness and cost effectiveness of service.
• Accuracy and comprehensiveness of technical service.
• Customer satisfaction.
• Effective implementation of PED services. Knowledge / Skills / Experience / Competencies
• Degree in Engineering or equivalent, with at least 5 years’ experience in a senior technical or management role in a pressure-related industry (preferred), OR equivalent experience as determined by the PED Technical Manager based upon pressure equipment career history, qualifications and experience.
• In-depth knowledge of design and manufacturing codes, materials, manufacturing processes (including welding), inspection (including NDT), pressure testing and certification relating to pressure vessels, piping, pressure accessories, safety accessories and assemblies thereof.
• Commercial and business awareness of pressure equipment manufacture and inspection.
• Detailed technical understanding of the PED/PESR, pressure equipment codes and standards, and the products, practices and industries affected.
• Proven communication, training and presentation skills, particularly in a technically complex field