Downstream Petrochemical Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance company is seeking 2 Downstream Petrochemical Consultants to enhance their team in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The role focuses on risk engineering surveys and developing innovative solutions in various energy sectors. Candidates should have a strong engineering background and thrive in a collaborative environment. This opportunity offers a remote working arrangement, with travel required, making it perfect for motivated self-starters looking to make an impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in oil and gas exploration and production, refinery, petrochemical, or chemical manufacturing.
• Fluent in English; other languages are a plus.
• Preferred experience in the insurance industry.

Responsibilities

• Attend risk engineering surveys and deliver risk improvement recommendations.
• Continuously learn about new technologies in carbon capture and renewable hydrogen.

Skills

Problem-solving

Risk management

Team player

Good relationship skills

Curiosity

Education

MEng in Petroleum Engineering

MEng in Mechanical Engineering

MEng in Chemical / Process Engineering

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Downstream Petrochemical Consultant, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

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Client:

Kintec Global Recruitment

Location:

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Our client is a global insurance company that recently has 2 retirees, and therefore we are looking for 2 Risk Engineers to start as soon as possible.

Requirements

• MEng in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical / Process Engineering.
• Experience in oil and gas exploration and production, refinery, petrochemical, or chemical manufacturing operations, process safety, reliability, maintenance, inspection, or risk consulting.
• Forward-thinking, agile, with problem-solving skills in risk management.
• Ability to work autonomously, curious, motivated self-starter, good relationship skills, team player.
• Fluent in English; other languages are a plus.
• Experience in the insurance industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend risk engineering surveys and deliver risk improvement recommendations to help clients manage risk.
• Continuously learn and understand new technologies, such as carbon capture, renewable hydrogen, geothermal projects, expanding beyond traditional oil and gas activities.

Position is remote if based in the UK, with travel required.