Chemical Process Safety Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Opportunities for professional develop

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Process Safety Engineer for our client in Mahikeng, North West. The role focuses on integrating process safety into design, operation and maintenance, driving hazard analyses, safety procedures and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and at least 4 years of experience in process safety, with strong skills in PHAs, SIS/LOPA and cross‑functional collaboration. A proactive safety culture is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in chemical process safety.
• Thorough knowledge of PHA methodologies (HAZOP, What-If, etc.) and risk assessment techniques.
• Understanding of chemical process safety regulations and standards.
• Experience with safety instrumented systems (SIS) and layers of protection analysis (LOPA).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and investigative skills.
• Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in relevant safety software is a plus.
• Commitment to promoting a proactive safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) such as HAZOP, What-If, and FMEA studies.
• Develop and implement safety policies, procedures, and guidelines for chemical processes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant national and international process safety regulations (e.g., OSHA PSM, Seveso Directive).
• Perform risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies to minimize hazards.
• Review engineering designs and operational procedures for safety compliance.
• Investigate process safety incidents, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver process safety training programs to employees.
• Maintain process safety management (PSM) systems and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to foster a strong safety culture.
• Stay current with advancements in process safety technology and best practices.

Skills

Process safety

Hazard analysis

Risk assessment

SIS & LOPA

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical thinking

Cross‑functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Safety software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Chemical Process Safety Engineer to join their team in Mahikeng, North West . This critical role involves ensuring the highest standards of safety are integrated into all aspects of chemical process design, operation, and maintenance. You will be responsible for conducting hazard analyses, developing safety procedures, and ensuring compliance with all relevant safety regulations and industry best practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of chemical process safety principles and a passion for preventing incidents. This is an important role contributing to a safe working environment in Mahikeng, North West .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) such as HAZOP, What-If, and FMEA studies.
• Develop and implement safety policies, procedures, and guidelines for chemical processes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant national and international process safety regulations (e.g., OSHA PSM, Seveso Directive).
• Perform risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies to minimize hazards.
• Review engineering designs and operational procedures for safety compliance.
• Investigate process safety incidents, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver process safety training programs to employees.
• Maintain process safety management (PSM) systems and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to foster a strong safety culture.
• Stay current with advancements in process safety technology and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in chemical process safety.
• Thorough knowledge of PHA methodologies (HAZOP, What-If, etc.) and risk assessment techniques.
• Understanding of chemical process safety regulations and standards.
• Experience with safety instrumented systems (SIS) and layers of protection analysis (LOPA).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and investigative skills.
• Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in relevant safety software is a plus.
• Commitment to promoting a proactive safety culture.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical aid, retirement fund contributions, and opportunities for professional development. Employees in Mahikeng, North West benefit from working within a growing region with access to essential services. We are committed to creating a safe and healthy work environment and provide continuous training to support employee growth. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on workplace safety.

• medical aid
• retirement fund contributions
• opportunities for professional development