Process Safety Specialist - COMAH & Hazard Analysis

AESC UK; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision AESC UK is seeking a Process Safety Specialist to assist the Process Safety Manager in implementing and continuously improving process safety systems at a COMAH-regulated site. You will focus on hazard identification, risk assessment, and technical safety studies to ensure compliance and safety excellence.

The role involves supporting HAZOPs/LOPA, major hazard risk assessments, and the development of safe systems of work.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in Chemical Engineering or Process Safety and COMAH site experience.
• Experience with hazard studies (HAZOP/LOPA) and safety legislation (DSEAR/ATEX/PUWER).
• Strong analytical and communication skills to support investigations and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in hazard identification, risk assessment, and safety studies to ensure COMAH compliance.
• Support HAZOPs, HAZIDs, SIL/LOPA, and major hazard risk assessments.
• Provide technical safety input for new production machinery design, installation, and commissioning.
• Contribute to safety reporting, audits, incident investigations, and root cause analyses.
• Develop and review safe systems of work and support safety training programs.

Skills

Process safety management

Hazard identification

Risk assessment

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Job description

Envision AESC UK is seeking a Process Safety Specialist to assist the Process Safety Manager in implementing and continuously improving process safety systems at a COMAH-regulated site. You will focus on hazard identification, risk assessment, and technical safety studies to ensure compliance and safety excellence.

The role involves supporting HAZOPs/LOPA, major hazard risk assessments, and the development of safe systems of work.