Senior Process Safety Engineer - Upstream Facilities

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer to join our Upington, Northern Cape operations, with a hybrid work arrangement. You will lead PHAs, QRAs, and safety management system implementation to protect personnel, the environment, and assets.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in process safety within Oil & Gas or petrochem, with HAZOP/LOPA experience, IEC 61511 knowledge, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 8+ years of process safety engineering in Oil & Gas or petrochemical.
• Proven PHAs (HAZOP/LOPA) and QRAs experience.
• Strong knowledge of IEC 61511, API, and OSHA PSM.
• Experience with PHAST and ALOHA.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and risk management skills.
• Strong communication, influencing, and leadership capabilities.
• Hybrid work arrangement with site visits.
• Certifications CSP or CCPSC are desirable.
• Commitment to fostering a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate PHAs (HAZOP, LOPA, What-If).
• Develop, implement, and maintain Process Safety Management (PSM) systems.
• Conduct SIL assessments and specify SIS.
• Perform QRAs and consequence modeling.
• Review facility designs for process safety compliance.
• Investigate safety incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver process safety training.
• Audit compliance with safety requirements.
• Monitor KPIs for process safety and report on performance.
• Provide expert process safety advice to teams.

Skills

HAZOP/LOPA

QRAs

Process safety leadership

Safety analysis

Education

Bachelors in Chemical Engineering

Tools

PHAST

ALOHA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer to join their upstream facilities team, based in Upington, Northern Cape , with a hybrid work arrangement. This vital role ensures the highest standards of process safety are maintained across all operational facilities, focusing on preventing major accidents and protecting personnel, the environment, and assets. You will be responsible for conducting risk assessments, developing safety procedures, and overseeing the implementation of safety management systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in process hazard analysis (PHA) techniques, such as HAZOP and LOPA, and a deep understanding of regulatory requirements in the Oil & Gas industry. This is a critical opportunity to contribute to operational integrity and safety culture within our client's growing business. We are looking for a proactive leader who can drive safety excellence in the facilities located around Upington, Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), including HAZOP, LOPA, and What-If studies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Process Safety Management (PSM) systems and procedures.
• Conduct safety integrity level (SIL) assessments and specify safety instrumented systems (SIS).
• Perform consequence modeling and quantitative risk assessments (QRAs).
• Review facility designs and modifications to ensure compliance with process safety standards.
• Investigate process safety incidents and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and deliver process safety training programs to relevant personnel.
• Audit compliance with company and regulatory process safety requirements.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for process safety and report on performance.
• Provide expert advice on process safety matters to engineering, operations, and management teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in process safety engineering within the Oil & Gas or petrochemical industry.
• Proven expertise in conducting PHAs (HAZOP, LOPA) and QRAs.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards such as IEC 61511, API, and OSHA PSM.
• Experience with consequence modeling software (e.g., PHAST, ALOHA).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk management skills.
• Strong communication, influencing, and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote work with site visits.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CSP, CCPSC) are highly desirable.
• Commitment to fostering a strong safety culture.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, retirement savings plans, and opportunities for continuous professional development.

This role provides a significant impact on operational safety and integrity within the Oil & Gas sector. You will work in a dynamic environment in Upington, Northern Cape , with the flexibility of a hybrid work model. Our client is dedicated to ensuring a safe and rewarding work experience for all its employees.