Process Safety Engineer

Rolls-Royce plc; West of England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Annual leave

Retirement savings

Group Life Assurance

Income protection

Employee Shares

Digital GP

Employee Assistance

Live Well programmes

Job summary

Rolls-Royce plc in Bristol is seeking a Process Safety Engineer for a full-time permanent role. You will drive process safety management, support PHAs, HAZID/HAZOP/LOPA, and ensure regulatory compliance across site operations.

The role requires degree qualifications in chemical or mechanical engineering with a focus on process safety, plus strong communication and collaborative skills to engage across engineering and operations.

Qualifications

• Degree in chemical or mechanical engineering or related field with process safety focus.
• A strong foundation in process safety management and regulatory awareness.
• Experience applying PHAs, HAZID/HAZOP, LOPA, and other safety analyses.

Responsibilities

• Understand project scope and drive a proactive PSM culture on site.
• Implement process safety management and regulatory compliance activities.
• Review hazard analyses and support PHAs, HAZID, HAZOP, and LOPA.
• Support IEC 61508/ISO 61511 and ISAS84 safety aspects and lead PHA facilitation.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement process changes to improve safety.
• Utilise software platforms to manage changes and site actions.
• Identify explosive atmospheres and complete hazardous area classifications.

Skills

Process Safety

PSM knowledge

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Education

Chemical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Process Safety

Tools

SC hazard analysis tools

Job description

Job Description Process Safety Engineer Bristol Full Time Permanent An exciting opportunity is available for a Process Safety Engineer to Join the team in Bristol on a full-time permanent basis.

Why join Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

What you will be doing:

• Understand engineering project scope, specifications, and design criteria while driving a proactive PSM culture at our site(s).
• Implement all aspects of process safety management, including compliance with applicable regulations, reviewing effectiveness of process hazard assessments, supporting PHAs, HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA, SIL and other process safety modeling activities.
• Complete reviews of scenarios and risk engineering to support design and implementation of PSM projects, including loss prevention, top risk, and leading PHA recommendations and other improvements.
• Support the business with functional safety aspects/ (IEC 61508, ISO EN 61511 and ISAS84) Lead, coordinate and participate in PHAs and willing to get trained to be a PHA facilitator.
• Perform/participate in root cause analysis and implement process changes/control plans to drive continuous improvement.
• Utilise our software platforms to manage changes and coordinate as required for site assistance.
• Support identification of explosive atmospheres and the completion of hazardous area classifications.

Who we’re looking for:

• Degree qualified in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Safety or a related discipline, or significant relevant experience gained within a chemical operating, manufacturing or pilot plant facility in lieu of a degree.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate documentation and work effectively within a process-driven environment.
• Strong working knowledge of the SEVESO III Directive and its key requirements, with an understanding of how these apply within a high-hazard chemical or manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex process safety matters clearly and effectively through both written and verbal methods.
• Confident in professionally raising awareness of Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements and non-compliance matters, with the ability to engage constructively with all levels of site personnel and influence positive safety behaviours.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to process safety, with the ability to build effective relationships across engineering, operations, maintenance and wider site functions.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of process safety, regulatory compliance and operational discipline.

Regional Benefits

• You are given a choice of flexible benefits from life insurance to gym discounts and tax free cycling.
• Generous Annual Leave
• Retirement Savings through the Rolls‑Royce Retirement Savings Trust
• Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls‑Royce Group
• Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls‑Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free!
• Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations
• Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls‑Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls‑Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk.

The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate but is anticipated to be Level C. This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade. It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.

Rolls‑Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.