Senior Process Safety Engineer - Hybrid & Compliance

Placements24; O Mente; Hybrid; EUR 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical aid & life cover

Retirement fund contributions

Advanced training

Hybrid work arrangement

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Chemical Engineer to lead Safety and Compliance in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This senior role focuses on developing and overseeing process safety management, risk assessments, and regulatory reporting across chemical operations.

You will conduct audits, incidents investigations, and training, while partnering with regulators and management to foster a proactive safety culture.

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in chemical engineering with focus on process safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven expertise in HAZOP, LOPA, and other risk assessment methodologies.
• In-depth knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) principles and standards (e.g., OSHA PSM, Seveso Directive).
• Experience with environmental management systems and regulatory reporting.
• Strong understanding of chemical processes and industrial safety practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and influencing skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, on-site and remote responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive process safety management (PSM) programs.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments (e.g., HAZOP, LOPA), and inspections of plant operations.
• Investigate process safety incidents, determine root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant national and international safety and environmental regulations.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees and contractors.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and manage permit requirements.
• Oversee the management of change (MOC) process for modifications to processes and equipment.
• Develop emergency response plans and procedures.
• Champion a proactive safety culture across all levels of the organization.
• Stay current with evolving safety standards, best practices, and regulatory changes.

Skills

Process safety

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

HAZOP

LOPA

PSM (OSHA)

Seveso Directive

Environmental management

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

BEng or BSc in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Chemical Engineer to lead Safety and Compliance in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This senior role focuses on developing and overseeing process safety management, risk assessments, and regulatory reporting across chemical operations.

You will conduct audits, incidents investigations, and training, while partnering with regulators and management to foster a proactive safety culture.