Downstream Petrochemical Consultant

JR United Kingdom; Derby; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance company is seeking 2 Risk Engineers due to recent retirements in Derby, UK. The role focuses on risk engineering surveys and technology innovations in the oil and gas sector. Ideal candidates should have an MEng degree in relevant fields and experience in risk management. The position allows for remote work along with travel requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in oil and gas exploration or equivalent risk consulting role.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Experience in insurance industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend risk engineering surveys and provide risk improvement recommendations.
• Engage in continuous learning about new technologies like carbon capture and renewable hydrogen.

Skills

Problem-solving

Risk management

Communication

Autonomy

Education

MEng in Petroleum Engineering

MEng in Mechanical Engineering

MEng in Chemical / Process Engineering

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Client:

Kintec Global Recruitment

Location:

derby, United Kingdom

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Other

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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 had 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 an equivalent risk consulting role.
• Forward thinking, agile, with problem-solving skills in risk management.
• Ability to work autonomously, curious, motivated, with good relationship skills, and a team player.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Experience in the insurance industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend risk engineering surveys and provide risk improvement recommendations to help clients manage risks.
• Engage in continuous learning about new and existing technologies, including carbon capture, renewable hydrogen, and geothermal projects, expanding beyond traditional oil and gas activities.

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