Process Safety Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Performance bonuses

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks an experienced Process Safety Engineer to ensure safety and integrity of chemical processing within oil and gas facilities. You will develop, implement, and maintain robust process safety management systems and lead hazard analyses.

The role requires a chemical engineering degree, 5+ years in process safety, SIS familiarity, strong communication, and ability to work across operations and engineering teams; relocation support is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process safety engineering, preferably in oil & gas or chemical industry.
• Strong knowledge of PSM elements, PHA methodologies, and risk assessment techniques.
• Familiarity with safety instrumented systems (SIS) and hazardous area classifications.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a plant environment and collaborate with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive Process Safety Management (PSM) programs.
• Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) such as HAZOP, LOPA, and What-If studies.
• Manage and maintain safety-critical equipment (SCE) integrity programs.
• Investigate process safety incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver process safety training to plant personnel.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety regulations and industry best practices.

Skills

PSM elements

PHA methodologies

Risk assessment

SIS familiarity

Plant collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a meticulous and experienced Process Safety Engineer to join their operational team based in Vereeniging . This role is critical in ensuring the safety and integrity of all chemical processing and handling activities within their oil and gas facilities. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining robust process safety management systems, conducting hazard analyses, and ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory requirements. Working closely with plant operations and engineering personnel, you will play a key role in preventing incidents and fostering a proactive safety culture. This position requires a dedicated professional committed to upholding the highest standards of safety in a challenging industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive Process Safety Management (PSM) programs.
• Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) such as HAZOP, LOPA, and What-If studies.
• Manage and maintain safety-critical equipment (SCE) integrity programs.
• Investigate process safety incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver process safety training to plant personnel.
• Ensure compliance with 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 , preferably within the oil and gas or chemical industry .
• Strong knowledge of PSM elements, PHA methodologies, and risk assessment techniques.
• Familiarity with safety instrumented systems (SIS) and hazardous area classifications.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a plant environment and collaborate with diverse teams.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits package.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and development within a leading industrial company.
• Exposure to complex and challenging projects in process safety.
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.