Process Safety Engineer: Lead PSM & Projects

Buckman; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckman in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a mid-level Process Safety Engineer to lead Process Safety Management (PSM), process engineering, maintenance, and capital projects at the manufacturing facility. You will drive safety performance and reliability while partnering with production teams to deliver results and continuous improvement.

The role requires 8–10 years of related chemical manufacturing and process safety experience, a chemical engineering degree, strong project management

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of relevant chemical manufacturing and process safety experience.
• BSc or BTech in Chemical Engineering is required.
• Strong project management and engineering knowledge.
• Ability to communicate at all levels and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead Process Safety Management initiatives and compliance.
• Conduct HAZOPs, PHAs, MOCs and risk assessments.
• Manage capital projects from concept through commissioning.
• Improve engineering reliability, safety and operational performance.
• Support manufacturing teams with technical expertise.
• Drive SHERQ and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Engineering knowledge

Communication

Leadership

Results-driven

Problem solving

Safety leadership

Stakeholder management

Continuous improvement

Education

BSc or BTech in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Buckman in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a mid-level Process Safety Engineer to lead Process Safety Management (PSM), process engineering, maintenance, and capital projects at the manufacturing facility. You will drive safety performance and reliability while partnering with production teams to deliver results and continuous improvement.

The role requires 8–10 years of related chemical manufacturing and process safety experience, a chemical engineering degree, strong project management