CHEMICAL PROCESS SAFETY ENGINEER

Probe Technical Recruitment; Wigan; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Probe Technical Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Chemical Process Safety Engineer to join their award-winning team. This role is key in ensuring compliance with safety regulations and optimizing processes in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in engineering, preferably chemistry, and have a strong grasp of process safety principles. If you are passionate about making an impact in process safety, this is an exceptional opportunity to further your career.

Benefits

33 days holiday including statutory holidays

Unique products across various industry sectors

Working days

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, preferably Chemistry.
• Strong understanding of process safety principles and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with process safety methodologies such as HAZOP and LOPA.

Responsibilities

• Supporting compliance with DSEAR and COMAH UK regulations.
• Leading process safety assessments and generating reports.
• Developing and implementing process safety strategies.

Skills

Process safety principles

Risk management frameworks

Continuous improvement

Education

Degree in Engineering, preferably Chemistry

Job description

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a CHEMICAL PROCESS SAFETY ENGINEER.

A Kings Award-winning business, we need a Chemical Process Safety Engineer to ensure effective process implementation while observing risk management processes. Could this be you?

This is an exciting time to join our team within a large, established facility. We have two roles available: one more senior and one more junior.

IMPORTANT: NO SPONSORSHIP CAN BE OFFERED – MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK.

Location: Commutable from Standish, Chorley, Wigan, Leigh, Bolton, Skelmersdale, Horwich, St Helens, Ormskirk, Middlebrook, and Makerfield.

KEY BENEFITS

• Working days
• Kings Award-winning business
• Unique products across various industry sectors
• Varied and fascinating role
• 33 days holiday including statutory holidays

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supporting compliance with DSEAR and COMAH UK regulations
• Developing and implementing process safety strategies to meet regulatory and operational requirements
• Delivering technical safety and process engineering solutions supporting business objectives
• Leading and participating in process safety assessments such as HAZID, HAZOP, and SIL studies, including report generation and follow-up
• Improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Optimizing cell layouts and applying lean methodologies
• Conducting hazardous area classifications following industry standards
• Developing and implementing Functional Safety Management Plans
• Reviewing and producing safety engineering deliverables, including HSE plans and safety specifications
• Providing technical input for design assurance reviews like P&ID reviews and constructability assessments
• Ensuring compliance with industry codes, regulations, and best practices in process safety and environmental engineering

REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Engineering, preferably Chemistry
• Right to work in the UK
• Strong understanding of process safety principles and risk management frameworks
• Experience with process safety methodologies, design practices, and regulatory compliance
• Knowledge of H&S Environmental legislation
• Familiarity with FEED, detailed design, construction, commissioning, and startup processes
• Experience with HAZOP, LOPA, and related methodologies
• Commitment to continuous improvement

If you are passionate about process safety and eager to make an impact in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you!

Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK. Our service is FREE for all candidates.

If your skills and experience match our requirements, please call us or APPLY, and we will contact you.

For more information about our MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION vacancies or to discuss your needs confidentially, please contact us for an informal chat.