Process Safety Engineer

PPG; Shildon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial firm in Shildon is seeking a Process Safety Engineer to maintain safety standards and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in process safety risk assessment methodologies, operational experience, and a Chemical Engineering Degree. This position supports an integral role in a Fortune 500 organization, contributing to safety excellence within a high-value business.

Benefits

Employee benefits programs

Opportunities for career growth

Competitive compensation based on location

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of process safety related risk assessment methodologies and standards.
• Experience with COMAH regulations and writing safety reports.
• Operational experience in process safety management, including leadership and culture.

Responsibilities

• Maintain PPG's minimum acceptable Global EHS requirements & practices.
• Ensure compliance with governmental regulations.
• Prepare adequately trained teams to complete PHAs.

Skills

Process safety related risk assessment methodologies

HAZID, HAZOP, PHR, SIL, LOPA

Knowledge of COMAH regulations

Operational experience of process safety management

Chemical Engineering Degree

Education

Chemical Engineering Degree

Job description

Process Safety Engineer

PPG IndustriesShildon

Join a fast paced and exciting Fortune 500 organisation and be part of our Aerospace team. As the Process Safety Engineer, you will embed process safety excellence within an $18 billion dollar business.

You will report to the Site Manager.

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Key Responsibilities

•Maintain PPG's minimum acceptable Global EHS requirements & practices associated with conducting a Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) for processes Classified as B and C according to the PPG Requirement – Process Safety: Applicability.

•Ensure the facility is in compliance with the requirements of all applicable governmental regulations (e.g. Federal, State, Provincial, local) when these are different from, or more stringent than, the PPG requirements.

•Maintain a list of, and revalidation date for, processes that require PHAs.

•Maintain process safety information adequate for proper performance of the PHA.

•Prepare adequately trained teams to complete the PHAs.

•Complete initial PHAs before startup of new processes.

•Revalidate PHAs at least every 5 years.

•Complete PHA action items where mitigation is mandated by the PPG PHA Risk Matrix.

Qualifications

•A solid understanding of process safety related risk assessment methodologies and standards such as HAZID, HAZOP, PHR, SIL, LOPA, FMEA, PSM, PHA, DSEAR, Occupied Buildings, Bowtie Assessments, Hazardous Area Classification.

•Knowledge of COMAH regulations and experience with regulators and writing safety reports.

•Operational experience of process safety management including topics such as leadership, culture, competence, asset integrity, permit to work, isolations and operating procedures.

•Chemical Engineering Degree, ideally chartered.

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

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Every single day at PPG:
We partner with customers to create mutual value.
We are “One PPG” to the world.
We trust our people every day, in every way.
We make it happen.
We run it like we own it.
We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [e-mail].

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