Process Safety & Risk Engineer

Dome Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Dome Group is seeking an experienced Safety & Risk Engineer to lead risk studies and safety analyses in high-hazard industries. The role focuses on HAZID/HAZOP workshops, risk modeling with PHAST or FRED, and developing comprehensive risk documentation for UAE-based projects.

The candidate will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with internal teams, and ensure compliance with UAE regulations and international standards while driving a proactive safety culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a relevant discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in safety and risk engineering, preferably within an HSE consulting environment.
• Proven experience with industry-standard safety studies, modeling tools, and workshop facilitation.
• Strong technical writing and data analysis skills.
• Knowledge of UAE and international HSE regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare risk-related studies (COMAH, QRA, HEMP, ERP, FRA, and Safety Engineering Design).
• Facilitate and scribe for workshops (HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, PHSER, SIMOPS).
• Conduct risk modeling using Event Tree and Fault Tree methods.
• Develop technical reports and risk documentation for clients.
• Coordinate with Environment and Engineering teams to ensure project execution.
• Mentor junior engineers and stay current with global safety practices.

Skills

Risk assessment

Safety engineering

Data analysis

Technical writing

Workshop facilitation

Regulatory knowledge UAE

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

PHAST

FRED

Job description

Dome is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Safety & Risk Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in safety engineering and risk analysis, particularly in high-hazard industries such as oil and gas. This is a consulting role requiring deep technical expertise and the ability to lead and facilitate key safety studies and workshops.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare risk-related studies, including COMAH, QRA, HEMP, ERP, FRA, and Safety Engineering Design.
• Facilitate and scribe for workshops such as HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, PHSER, and SIMOPS.
• Perform data preparation including parts count and inventory calculations.
• Conduct consequence and frequency modeling (Event Tree, Fault Tree) using PHAST, FRED, or equivalent tools.
• Carry out EERA, ESSA, Bowtie analysis, and development of Performance Standards.
• Perform both qualitative and quantitative analysis; interpret results to deliver clear and actionable insights for clients.
• Develop comprehensive technical reports and risk documentation.
• Coordinate with internal Environment and Engineering teams to ensure integrated project execution.
• Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and ensure compliance with UAE regulations and international standards.
• Analyze incident reports, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide expert risk guidance during project planning and operational phases.
• Contribute to safety management systems, policies, and procedures.
• Lead HSE training programs to support a proactive safety culture.
• Maintain communication with regulatory authorities and ensure legal compliance.
• Oversee emergency preparedness, response planning, and routine safety inspections.
• Mentor junior engineers and support structured development plans.
• Stay current with global safety and risk engineering practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a relevant discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in safety and risk engineering, preferably within an HSE consulting environment.
• Proven experience with industry-standard safety studies, modeling tools, and workshop facilitation.
• Strong technical writing and data analysis skills.
• Knowledge of UAE and international HSE regulations and standards.