Process Safety Engineer - Chemical Plants

Placements24; The Islands (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Safety culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Safety Engineer for a client in Paarl to uphold top safety standards in chemical processing. You will identify hazards, assess risks, and implement mitigations to protect people, environment, and assets.

The role emphasizes PHAs, LOPA, HAZOP, PSM, and regulatory compliance; requires 5+ years of process safety experience and a chemical engineering degree; successful candidate will lead safety studies and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years in process safety engineering in chemical or energy sector.
• Knowledge of PHAs, HAZOP, LOPA, PSM and regulatory standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct PHAs such as HAZOP, LOPA, and What-If studies.
• Develop and implement PSM programs and standards.
• Perform SIL assessments and recommend protective measures.
• Investigate incidents and near misses; determine root causes.
• Develop and deliver process safety training to engineers and operators.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Process Safety Engineer to join their team in Paarl , focusing on ensuring the highest standards of safety in chemical processing operations. This role is paramount in identifying, assessing, and mitigating process-related hazards to prevent incidents and protect personnel, the environment, and assets. You will conduct comprehensive safety studies, implement safety management systems, and promote a strong safety culture throughout the organization. The ideal candidate possesses deep knowledge of process safety principles, risk assessment methodologies, and regulatory compliance within the chemical and energy industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) such as HAZOP, LOPA, and What-If studies.
• Develop and implement Process Safety Management (PSM) programs and standards.
• Perform safety integrity level (SIL) assessments and recommend protective measures.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver process safety training to engineers and operators.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process safety engineering within the chemical or energy sector.
• Thorough understanding of process safety principles , including hazard identification, risk assessment, and management of change.
• Experience with HAZOP facilitation and LOPA studies.
• Knowledge of relevant safety standards and regulations (e.g., OSHA PSM, Seveso Directive).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced safety certifications.
• A strong commitment to employee safety and well-being.
• Exposure to diverse and challenging process safety projects.
• Collaborative work environment focused on continuous improvement.