Process Safety Engineer - DSEAR

Pareto Recruitment Ltd; Tyseley; Remote; GBP 58,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Process Safety Engineer - DSEAR Specialist, responsible for ensuring compliance with DSEAR regulations and driving process safety improvements. This role offers a competitive salary of £58,000 - £60,000 and the chance to work in a collaborative safety-first culture. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field and experience in a COMAH-regulated environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a COMAH-regulated chemical or pharmaceutical environment.
• In-depth knowledge of DSEAR regulations and risk assessment methodologies.
• Familiarity with ATEX, PSM, and other relevant standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead DSEAR risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Develop process safety documentation like HAZOPs and LOPAs.
• Investigate process safety incidents and provide corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Safety, or related discipline

Tools

Process safety software/tools

Job description

Overview

Process Safety Engineer - DSEAR Specialist

Location: Can be based anywhere across the UK

Salary: £58,000 - £60,000

Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Role Summary

As the Process Safety Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the site's compliance with DSEAR regulations, supporting risk assessments, and driving continuous improvement in process safety performance. You'll work closely with engineering, operations, and EHS teams to identify hazards, assess risks, and implement robust safety controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support DSEAR risk assessments, zoning classification, and mitigation strategies.
• Develop and maintain process safety documentation, including HAZOPs, LOPAs, DSEAR and SIL assessments.
• Provide technical guidance on flammable substances, explosive atmospheres, and ignition source control (HAC).
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure safe design and operation of plant equipment.
• Support COMAH safety report updates and regulatory compliance activities.
• Investigate process safety incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and corrective actions.
• Deliver training and awareness sessions on DSEAR and process safety best practices.
• Stay up to date with relevant legislation, standards, and industry developments.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Safety, or related discipline.
• Proven experience in a COMAH-regulated chemical or pharmaceutical environment.
• In-depth knowledge of DSEAR regulations, risk assessment methodologies, and hazardous area classification.
• Familiarity with ATEX, PSM, and other relevant standards.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience with process safety software/tools

What We Offer

• A technically challenging and rewarding role in a safety-critical environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• A collaborative and safety-first culture