Process Safety Engineer - Richards Bay

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Comprehensive medical and retirement

Generous annual leave

Professional development and training

Projects in a key industrial hub

Safety-first culture

Transport or travel allowance

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Safety Engineer for a major industrial facility in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on identifying, assessing, and mitigating process hazards to prevent incidents and maintain a safe workplace.

You will develop and apply robust process safety management systems, conduct safety studies, and promote a strong safety culture across the organization. A chemical or mechanical engineering background is essential, with a proven commitment to process safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in process safety engineering in chemical/petrochemical/oil and gas.
• Familiarity with PHA methodologies (HAZOP/HAZID/LOPA).
• Strong knowledge of PSM principles and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in PHAs (HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA).
• Develop, implement, and maintain PSM programs and policies.
• Conduct incident investigations and root cause analyses for process safety events.
• Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards (OSHA PSM, API).
• Deliver process safety training to operational personnel.
• Review designs and MOC processes for safety implications.
• Conduct safety audits and inspections of facilities and equipment.
• Promote a proactive safety culture across the organization.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations on process safety matters.

Skills

PHAs (HAZOP/HAZID/LOPA)

Risk assessment

Strong communication

Incident investigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PSM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major industrial facility in **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal**, is seeking a highly motivated Process Safety Engineer to uphold and enhance their safety standards within the oil and gas operations. This critical role involves the identification, assessment, and mitigation of process-related hazards to prevent incidents and ensure a safe working environment. You will be responsible for developing and implementing robust process safety management systems, conducting safety studies, and promoting a strong safety culture across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in chemical or mechanical engineering and a proven commitment to process safety principles and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) such as HAZOP, HAZID, and LOPA studies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Process Safety Management (PSM) programs and policies.
• Conduct incident investigations and root cause analyses for process safety events.
• Perform risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety regulations and industry standards (e.g., OSHA PSM, API).
• Develop and deliver process safety training to operational personnel.
• Review engineering designs and management of change (MOC) processes for safety implications.
• Conduct safety audits and inspections of facilities and equipment.
• Promote and foster a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations on process safety matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in process safety engineering, preferably in the chemical, petrochemical, or oil and gas industry.
• Demonstrated experience with various PHA methodologies (HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA).
• Strong knowledge of process safety management systems and principles.
• Familiarity with relevant safety regulations and standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools for risk assessment and incident management.
• Must have the legal right to work in **South Africa**.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave.
• Professional development and training programs.
• Opportunities to work on significant projects in a key industrial hub.
• A culture that prioritizes safety and employee well-being.
• Company-provided transport or travel allowance.
• Potential for advancement within the organization.