Senior Process Safety Engineer

Irving Oil; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness facility access

Pension plan

Parking allowance

Flexible benefits plan

Paid vacation

Wellness allowance

Volunteer day program

Job summary

Irving Oil is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer to drive the PSM program across our Supply, Products and Trading division. You will lead risk assessments, MOC activities, and incident investigations to sustain safe operations and strengthen process safety performance.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and help shape safety standards while contributing to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• P.Eng. registration is required or in process.
• 5+ years of engineering or operations experience in refining, oil & gas, petrochemical, or related industries.
• Experience with Petroleum Terminal/Refinery ops is a plus.
• Knowledge of Process Safety principles, CCPS, CSA, NFPA, API.

Responsibilities

• Lead Process Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessments (HAZID/HAZOP/LOPA/What-if).
• Support MOC studies and capital project risk reviews.
• Maintain Process Safety standards, procedures, and audit compliance.
• Conduct risk assessments for MOCs and investments.
• Analyze incidents and support investigations.
• Manage Process Safety Systems (MOC, PSSRs, action management).
• Lead operational risk management activities and risk registers.
• Mentor junior staff on process safety.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Ownership of work

Multitasking

MS Office proficiency

Risk assessment mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

P.Eng. registration

Tools

Power BI

PHA Pro / PHAST

Job description

As a Senior Process Safety Engineer in our Supply, Products and Trading division, you will drive the implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of PSM program through high-quality risk assessment and management activities including Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), management of change (MOC), and incident investigations. Your goal will be to sustain safe and reliable operations through the effective management of process safety risks while championing a culture of process safety. Your success in this role will be demonstrated through technical analysis, data driven insights, and stakeholder collaboration that result in strengthening process safety performance.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity with Irving Oil, please apply by November 22nd, 2026.

What We Offer

• Work Environment – Work onsite in our beautiful home office building with access to a fitness facility, onsite nurse, and a café
• Competitive Compensation – Including an annual bonus plan, pension plan, and parking allowance
• Flexible Benefits Plan – In effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needs
• Paid Vacation – Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation, too
• Wellness Support – With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities and a donation matching program

Your Responsibilities

• Lead and Participate in Process Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessments including HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA, What-if Analysis
• Lead and support Process Safety engineering studies and analysis including Consequence Modelling and Quantitative Risk Assessment
• Lead the development and maintenance of Process Safety Technical Standards, Instructions and Procedures and audit compliance.
• Perform Process Safety Technical reviews and risk assessments in support of MOCs and the delivery of Capital Projects
• Categorization and Analysis of Process Safety Incidents; Facilitate or Support incident investigations
• Administration of key Process Safety Systems including MOC, PSSRs, Action Management, Lessons Learnt Management etc.
• Lead Operational Risk Management Activities including maintaining Risk Registers and Critical Safeguard Evaluation
• Training and mentorship of junior team members and other members of the organization on Process safety.

Your Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of Data Analytics tools (e.g. Power BI) is an asset
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Facilitation and Co-ordination skills. Ability to influence without Authority
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Self-motivated with a willingness to take ownership of assigned work
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet commitments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related systems and technologies
• Ability to identify, understand and assess risks in processing plant operations

Your Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.)
• 5+ years of engineering or operations experience in refining, oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, or similar industrial environments
• Experience with Petroleum Terminal and/or Refinery processing operations considered an asset
• Knowledge and experience of Process Safety principles, methodologies and tools.
• Familiar with relevant industry standards governing Process Safety and Risk Engineering including CCPS, CSA, NFPA and API
• Experience with Risk Assessment software (PHA Pro, PHAST, etc.) considered an asset

The expected annual salary range for this position is $95,207 - $128,530. Placement within the range will be based on relevant experience, qualifications and skills.

Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.

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Job Requirements - Education