Risk Engineer - Oil and Gas (Part-Time, Job-Share, Full-Time)
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Zurich Insurance Group
a month ago
Posted datea month ago
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Minimum levelN/A
Salary: £55,000-£85,0000 depending on experience plus car, plus allowances
Location: Home-Based, UK
Closing date for applications: Friday 23rd August 2024
The opportunity:
We have an exciting opportunity to work within our risk engineering business as an Oil & Gas Risk Engineer. You'll be responsible for ensuring that all risk engineering is technically and commercially viable by providing first class customer service and ensuring that all risk engineering policies and standards are clearly defined and implemented.
You will be part of a team that provides expert resource to Zurich's internal teams in underwriting and claims, to customers and to our global risk engineering network on Oil & Gas related Property, Business Interruption, Construction, Machinery Breakdown and Liability/Environmental issues.
This is a home-based position and will require travel to our London office and customer sites internationally.
Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren't available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.
What will you be doing:
The role of a Risk Engineer is varied and challenging but very rewarding. Accountabilities vary in nature and will include:
What are we looking for:
Successful applications will need to demonstrate the following requirements:
Who we are:
At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we're creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.
With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you'll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.
We've made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other's wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.
If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.
Our Culture:
At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we're particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we've won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.
We've an environment that places a real importance on our people's wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We're also committed to continuous improvement and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.
We're passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we've awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.
So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.
The financials
Time away
Your health is important to us
We're making a difference
Location: Home-Based, UK
Closing date for applications: Friday 23rd August 2024
The opportunity:
We have an exciting opportunity to work within our risk engineering business as an Oil & Gas Risk Engineer. You'll be responsible for ensuring that all risk engineering is technically and commercially viable by providing first class customer service and ensuring that all risk engineering policies and standards are clearly defined and implemented.
You will be part of a team that provides expert resource to Zurich's internal teams in underwriting and claims, to customers and to our global risk engineering network on Oil & Gas related Property, Business Interruption, Construction, Machinery Breakdown and Liability/Environmental issues.
This is a home-based position and will require travel to our London office and customer sites internationally.
Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours. This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren't available full-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.
What will you be doing:
The role of a Risk Engineer is varied and challenging but very rewarding. Accountabilities vary in nature and will include:
- To assist underwriters by assessing risk quality and estimating maximum loss potential for Property Damage, Business Interruption and Liability.
- To carry out site-based risk engineering surveys of worldwide production facilities, producing clear technical reports for internal or external distribution and providing customers with risk improvement recommendations.
- To assess broker submissions and survey reports to produce desk top risk assessments for other production facilities.
- To support claims validation and investigation processes.
- To provide thought leadership and technical insight on risk features of related industries, including lessons from losses.
- To be conversant with our full risk engineering proposition and to work with customers and brokers to identify and develop opportunities to deliver income generating risk engineering services.
What are we looking for:
Successful applications will need to demonstrate the following requirements:
- Bachelor's/Master's degree in engineering (Chemical/ Mechanical preferred).
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards.
- Extensive industrial experience in either upstream (exploration and production) or downstream plant operations. This should include operational experience of production, maintenance and plant integrity, technical support, unit start-ups, etc.
- Ability to produce concise and accurate technical reports in a timely manner.
- The ideal candidate will have experience in a customer facing consultancy role, managing client relationships and securing new business opportunities.
Who we are:
At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we're creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.
With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you'll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.
We've made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other's wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.
If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.
Our Culture:
At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we're particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we've won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.
We've an environment that places a real importance on our people's wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We're also committed to continuous improvement and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.
We're passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we've awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.
So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.
The financials
- 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme.
- Annual company bonus.
- Income Protection.
- Life cover - four times your salary.
Time away
- 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
- You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you.
- The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
- Three days paid volunteering.
- Up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
Your health is important to us
- Access to Private medical insurance.
- Virtual GP appointments.
- Discounted gym membership.
- Free flu jab.
- Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.
We're making a difference
- Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the 'UN Business Ambition for 1.5°C' pledge.
- Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.
JOB SUMMARY
Risk Engineer - Oil and Gas (Part-Time, Job-Share, Full-Time)Zurich Insurance Group
London
a month ago
N/A
Full-time / Part-time