Process Safety Engineer

KinTec Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering operation in Surrey is looking for a skilled Process Safety Engineer. In this full-time role, you will lead safety assessments, develop safety strategies, and ensure compliance within high-hazard industries. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Chemical or Process Engineering and at least 8 years of relevant experience, along with a solid grounding in UK safety regulations. Join a dynamic team dedicated to shaping a proactive safety culture and influencing real change in process safety management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in a process-intensive industry.
• In-depth understanding of process plant operations and safety systems.
• Experience in preparing and submitting COMAH reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership on matters related to process safety.
• Advise on hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Drive emergency preparedness and incident management.

Skills

Leadership in process safety

Risk assessment

Safety critical elements

Incident investigation

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Process Safety Engineer

Location: Surrey, United Kingdom
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, full-time

Overview:
We’re seeking an experienced Process Safety Engineer to join a leading engineering operation working across critical industrial sectors. This is a key opportunity for someone who thrives on developing safety strategies, navigating regulatory environments, and shaping a proactive safety culture within high-hazard industries.

You’ll bring a strong grounding in UK regulations such as COMAH and DSEAR, with the confidence to lead safety assessments, investigations, and audits. If you’re motivated by solving complex safety challenges, influencing change, and working across multidisciplinary teams, this role will give you the platform to make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership on all matters relating to process safety

• Advise on hazard identification, risk assessments, and safety-critical elements

• Drive emergency preparedness, incident investigation, and change management processes

• Interpret and apply legislation and industry standards (e.g. COMAH, DSEAR)

• Conduct and lead audits and reviews related to safety systems

• Support and influence safety leadership culture and human factors integration

• Collaborate across departments to improve compliance, awareness, and safety performance

Required Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering (or equivalent)

• Minimum 8 years of post-graduate experience in a process-intensive industry

• In-depth understanding of process plant operations and safety systems

• Experience in preparing and submitting COMAH reports

• Skilled in analysing risk and facilitating technical safety discussions

• Proficient in interpreting PFDs and P&IDs

• Demonstrated knowledge of safety codes, regulations, and best practices

• Chartered status with IChemE or similar (or working towards)

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; capable of working in a matrix environment

Additional Information:

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

• This is a permanent position based in Surrey, with flexible working considered depending on project needs.