Process Safety Engineer - DSEAR

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Process Safety Engineer specializing in DSEAR to lead risk assessments and ensure compliance within a safety-critical environment. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Chemical Engineering and experience in process safety, particularly in COMAH-regulated environments.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative safety-first culture

Qualifications

• Experience in a COMAH-regulated chemical or pharmaceutical environment.
• In-depth knowledge of DSEAR regulations and hazardous area classification.
• Familiarity with ATEX, PSM, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead DSEAR risk assessments and zoning classification.
• Develop and maintain process safety documentation.
• Provide guidance on flammable substances and ignition source control.

Skills

DSEAR regulations

Risk assessment methodologies

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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.