Regional Process Safety Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Regional Process Safety Engineer to lead the development and implementation of process safety management across multiple sites. This exciting role involves conducting site gap analyses, advising on process hazard analysis tools, and collaborating with global colleagues. You will be instrumental in fostering a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations, and driving continuous improvement in safety practices. With opportunities for career development and a supportive work environment, this position promises to be both rewarding and impactful for those passionate about safety in the food and pharma industries.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Pension Scheme Matching up to 10%

Employee Assistance Program

Comprehensive Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• Senior experience in Food or Pharma industries with specialization in PSM.
• Comprehensive knowledge of PSM frameworks and management systems.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the Kerry Process Safety Management Standard across sites.
• Collaborate with process safety engineers to ensure standard alignment.

Skills

Process Hazard Analysis (PHA)

HAZOP

FMEA

LOPA

FTA

ETA

HAZID

Risk Assessment

Incident Management

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Environment, Industrial Chemistry, or Engineering

Advanced Degree

Tools

PSM Frameworks

HACCP

SIL

Job description

Regional Process Safety Engineer, Bristol

Here at Kerry, we are currently recruiting for a Regional Process Safety Engineer based in the UK or Ireland on a full-time, permanent basis.

The successful candidate will support the development of Kerry's process safety management controls, build the PSM System, conduct site Gap Analyses, and develop roadmaps and plans for PSM implementation at sites with process safety risks.

You will also advise sites on Process Hazard analysis tools such as HAZOP, FMEA, LOPA, FTA, ETA, and HAZID.

This role involves regional collaboration with global colleagues to implement effective practices. The position will be hybrid, combining home and site work, with approximately 25-50% travel.

Key responsibilities

• Establish and maintain the Kerry Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard across Kerry T&N sites in Europe.
• Create and sustain a framework to evaluate PSM gaps and risks across the region.
• Stay informed about evolving regional and national regulations and standards to ensure our program remains robust and up-to-date.
• Collaborate with process safety engineers at various sites to ensure standard alignment.
• Build constructive relationships with manufacturing sites and relevant functions, demonstrating good judgment in solving problems and driving improvements.
• Provide leadership and support in resolving non-conformances on sites, fostering collaboration with regional EHS and operations teams.
• Develop and review PSM/EHS procedures and documentation related to PSM risks.
• Work closely with global EHS and Engineering teams, providing thought leadership and active engagement in PSM development.
• Serve as a source of PSM information for EHS, Engineering, and site teams.
• Analyze chemical process hazards and recommend control measures.
• Develop chemical process safety management plans, including Process Hazard Analyses (PHA).
• Coordinate and conduct safety reviews of process equipment and processes.

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Environment, Industrial Chemistry, or Engineering; an advanced degree is a plus.
• Senior experience in Food or Pharma industries, with specialization in PSM and experience as a Process Safety Engineer at a site.
• Comprehensive knowledge of PSM frameworks and management systems, with proficiency in tools such as HAZOP, HACCP, SIL, FTA, LOPA, and hazard analysis.

Additional skills include understanding of safety standards, chemical processes, risk assessment, incident management, process control systems, and effective communication of safety information. Ability to develop safety protocols, deliver training, and perform data analysis is also required.

What’s in it for you?

Opportunities for career development, a pension scheme matching up to 10%, access to an employee assistance program, and a comprehensive benefits platform.

Kerry values diversity and inclusiveness, fostering a culture where everyone’s perspectives are appreciated. We are committed to a positive, inclusive environment and base our recruitment on merit, without discrimination.

Get in touch today — we look forward to meeting you!