Chemical Process Safety Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Gathurst; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in polymers and synthetic resins is seeking an experienced Chemical Process Safety Engineer to provide technical safety support, develop safety engineering philosophies, and lead safety assessments. The role requires a minimum of 5 years' experience, proficiency in process safety, and knowledge of relevant regulations. This position offers a competitive salary and is based in Gathurst, England.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years relevant senior experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrable knowledge of COMAH, DSEAR, and Risk Assessment Techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical safety support to ensure effective implementation of process safety.
• Develop safety engineering philosophies and design HSE plans.
• Lead HAZID and SIL studies.
• Produce and review specifications and study reports.

Skills

Process operations

Verbal and written communication

Understanding of COMAH and DSEAR regulations

Technical proficiency in process safety

Knowledge of H&S and Environmental requirements

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Chemical Process Safety Engineer – Wigan. Monday - Friday 8am to 4pm. Up to £70,000.

My client, who is a leading manufacturer within polymers and synthetic resins, is seeking an experienced Chemical Process Safety Engineer to join their team.

The Role

Providing technical safety support to the site to ensure effective implementation of process safety and other regulatory requirements whilst observing risk management processes. This includes providing support under the DSEAR & COMAH regulations in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Produce technical safety/process engineering deliverables as required in support of the business.
• Develop safety engineering philosophies, design HSE plans, safety specifications, equipment specifications.
• Chair and participate in formal process safety assessments such as HAZID, HAZOP, and SIL target setting studies, generate study reports and manage subsequent actions.
• Lead HAZID and SIL studies.
• Input to, and participation at, project design assurance reviews such as P&ID reviews, Constructability reviews.
• Hazardous area classification following industry codes and guidance.
• Develop and implement functional safety management plans.
• Produce and review specifications, data sheets, schedules, study reports, and design calculations; ensuring that they conform to engineering quality, competence, and project management systems.
• Provide technical support to projects and sites as required.
• Adhere to and comply with relevant discipline specific procedures and provide feedback for continuous improvement.
• Ensure self-awareness of relevant regulatory framework, legislative changes, initiatives and industry technology developments.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of process safety and environmental engineering methodologies, software systems, and design practices as they relate to FEED, Detail Design, Construction, Commissioning, and plant Start-up.
• Awareness of international codes and standards.

The Candidate

Skills/Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 5 years relevant senior experience.
• Proficiency in process operations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrable knowledge of COMAH, DSEAR, latest Risk Assessment Techniques and other Health and Safety legislation applicable to Bitrez.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to multitask and be self-driven.
• Positive outlook and clear focus.
• Technically proficient in all areas of process safety and loss prevention (e.g., HAZOP, PHA).
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge and experience of relevant H&S and Environmental requirements.

Desirable

• Experience with related standards or sectors relevant to Bitrez.