Process Safety Engineer - Chemical Processing

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary reviews annually

Medical coverage

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng invites a dedicated Process Safety Engineer to enhance safety protocols at their chemical processing facilities in Tembisa. You will identify, assess, and mitigate process hazards to safeguard personnel, the environment, and the surrounding community, while maintaining robust safety management systems.

The role requires a proactive risk-management mindset and deep knowledge of chemical process operations in Oil & Gas, with responsibilities spanning HAZOPs, PSM programs,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of process safety experience in oil & gas or chemical industry.
• Strong knowledge of PSM elements and safety engineering principles.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies (LOPA, PHA).

Responsibilities

• Conduct HAZOP studies and risk assessments.
• Develop and implement Process Safety Management programs.
• Investigate process safety incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Provide training on process safety to operational staff.
• Maintain safety documentation and performance metrics.

Skills

Hazard analysis

Risk assessment

Safety culture

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

LOPA

PHA

SIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Process Safety Engineer to enhance safety protocols within their chemical processing facilities in Tembisa . This role is essential for identifying, assessing, and mitigating process-related hazards to ensure the safety of personnel, the environment, and the surrounding community. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining robust safety management systems and fostering a strong safety culture. This position requires a proactive approach to risk management and a deep understanding of chemical process operations within the Oil & Gas sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough Hazard and Operability (HAZOP) studies and risk assessments.
• Develop and implement Process Safety Management (PSM) programs.
• Investigate process safety incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety regulations and industry standards.
• Provide training and guidance on process safety principles to operational staff.
• Maintain safety documentation and performance metrics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in process safety within the Oil & Gas or chemical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of PSM elements and safety engineering principles.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies (e.g., LOPA, PHA).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Familiarity with safety instrumented systems (SIS) is a plus.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with annual reviews.
• Comprehensive medical coverage and retirement fund.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• A hybrid work model promoting work-life balance.
• Contribute directly to a safer operational environment in Tembisa .