Process Safety Engineer: PHA/PSM Specialist

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Chemical Process Safety Engineer for our client in Queenstown to ensure safety across operations. The role focuses on identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks in chemical processes, developing robust safety management systems, conducting hazard analyses, and promoting a strong safety culture.

You will lead PHAs (HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA), implement PSM programs, investigate incidents, ensure compliance with OSHA PSM/Seveso III and other regulations, and deliver

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or related safety field.
• Minimum 5 years of process safety experience.
• Knowledge of PSM standards (OSHA PSM, Seveso III).
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and safety system design.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead PHAs such as HAZOP, LOPA, and FMEA.
• Develop and maintain PSM programs.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with national and international process safety regulations.
• Deliver safety training to plant personnel.
• Perform safety audits and inspections.

Skills

PSM standards

Hazard analyses

Risk assessment

Safety systems design

Communication

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Chemical Process Safety Engineer for our client in Queenstown to ensure safety across operations. The role focuses on identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks in chemical processes, developing robust safety management systems, conducting hazard analyses, and promoting a strong safety culture.

You will lead PHAs (HAZOP, LOPA, FMEA), implement PSM programs, investigate incidents, ensure compliance with OSHA PSM/Seveso III and other regulations, and deliver