Process Safety Advisor

Shorterm Group; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

Now Hiring: Process Safety Advisor
Location: Summerfield, Kidderminster
Hours: 37hrs/week (Mon-Thurs: 07:30-15:30, Fri: 07:30-14:30)
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Package

Shorterm Group is working with a leading engineering organisation currently delivering a high-profile new facility. As part of this major development, we are recruiting a skilled Process Safety Advisor to join the Future Factory project team, focusing on the safe handling and processing of energetic materials.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about process safety, compliance, and innovation in high-hazard environments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and manage process safety activities for a large-scale future-focused manufacturing project
2. Provide expert input on UK legal requirements for hazardous materials handling and process design
3. Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, HAZOP, PFMEA, LOPA, and other hazard analyses
4. Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to align safety strategies with project objectives
5. Develop and implement robust process safety management systems in line with UK regulations
6. Support the preparation of COMAH safety reports and explosive licence submissions
7. Liaise with site SHE management to ensure adherence to best practices and compliance standards

Required Qualifications & Experience
Essential:

1. HNC/HND or higher in science or engineering
2. Experience working in high-hazard industries (preferably explosives or similar)
3. Strong working knowledge of the Explosive Regulations 2014 (HSE Publication L150)
4. Practical experience with Process Hazard Analysis techniques (HAZOP, PFMEA, LOPA)

Desirable:

1. Degree in science or engineering
2. NEBOSH Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
3. Experience with Upper Tier COMAH sites
4. Familiarity with explosives licensing requirements
5. Working toward or holding Chartered status

Ideal Candidate Profile

1. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
2. Self-motivated with strong attention to detail
3. Able to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
4. Capable of balancing risk with evidence-based decision-making
5. Strong time management and task prioritisation skills

Benefits Include

1. Competitive salary
2. Success Sharing Bonus Scheme
3. Contributory pension
4. On-site parking & subsidised canteen
5. HealthShield, Perkbox, and other employee perks
6. Buy and Sell Holiday options
7. 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

If you're a safety-driven professional looking to be part of a transformative engineering project, we want to hear from you.