Process Safety - Student Placement

Johnson Matthey; Royston, London Borough of Enfield; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive retirement savings

Share Incentive Plan

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Critical Illness

Medical plans/health assessments

Retailer and Wellbeing discounts

Competitive annual incentive plan

Job summary

Johnson Matthey seeks a Process Safety Placement Student for a 12-month on-site placement at Royston (UK) or Enfield (Brimsdown). Start is June/July 2027. You will support Process Safety Management, gain exposure to HAZOP/LOPA, and help maintain safety documentation while promoting safety awareness across sites.

The role suits a Chemical Engineering student aiming to develop practical process safety and risk-management skills within a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Chemical Engineering degree with expected 2:2 or higher.
• Interested in practical experience in manufacturing or process environments.
• Strong technical aptitude and interest in process safety and risk management.
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and work collaboratively.
• Good communication skills and stakeholder engagement capability.
• Curious, proactive and motivated to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of Process Safety Management strategies at the Royston site.
• Assist with process safety activities and gain exposure to HAZOP and LoPA methodologies.
• Help maintain process safety registers and support key safety documentation.
• Assist with actions arising from hazard studies and audits.
• Contribute to engineering standards and process hazard analysis programmes.
• Promote process safety awareness across site teams.

Skills

Process safety awareness

Risk management

Hazop/LOPA exposure

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

Proactive learner

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Job description

## Process Safety - Student PlacementApply: Royston - UK: Enfield - UK: Posted Today: End Date: November 24, 2026 (13 days left to apply): R-015753Process Safety Placement Student (12-Month Placement)Location: Royston or Brimsdown (Enfield), UKJune/July 2027 Start for 12 Months On site Placement At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Process Safety Placement Student, you'll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry, you'll help tackle the world's biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern life and supporting life-saving technologies - by applying, refining and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future. **The role*** Supporting the implementation of Process Safety Management strategies at the Royston site.* Assisting with process safety activities and gaining exposure to HAZOP and LoPA methodologies.* Helping maintain process safety registers and supporting key safety documentation.* Supporting completion of actions arising from hazard studies and audits.* Contributing to engineering standards and process hazard analysis programmes.* Promoting process safety awareness across site teams. **Key skills that will help you succeed in this role*** Currently studying towards a Chemical Engineering degree with an expected 2:2 or above.* Interest in gaining practical experience within a manufacturing or process environment.* Strong technical aptitude and interest in process safety and risk management.* Ability to take ownership of tasks and work collaboratively.* Good communication skills and stakeholder engagement capability.* Curious, proactive and motivated to learn. Even if you only match some of the skills, we would love to hear from you to discuss further! ## **Overview of the Recruitment Process:*** Submit your CV and complete the application questions* Complete an online video competency interview* Attend an in-person Assessment Centre at our Royston site in February 2027 **What we offer**We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:* Competitive retirement savings* Company matched Share Incentive Plan* Life Assurance, Income Protection and Critical Illness* Medical plans/health assessments* Retailer and Wellbeing discounts* Competitive annual incentive plan Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected. For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [e-mail]. Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks; early application is advised.