Remote Chemical Safety Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & incentives

Fully remote

Health/dental/vision insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Chemical Safety Engineer to uphold top-tier process safety across operations. In this fully remote role, you will develop, implement, and audit safety management systems, PHAs, and risk mitigation strategies to safeguard people, assets, and the environment.

You will influence safety culture, work independently, and drive robust programs from a global perspective, supporting best-in-class practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related safety discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years in chemical safety engineering, PSM or EHS.
• In-depth knowledge of hazard identification techniques and risk assessment methodologies.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as OSHA PSM or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement chemical safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct PHAs, HAZOP studies, and risk assessments for processes.
• Investigate safety incidents, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with local and international safety regulations and standards.
• Provide safety training and guidance to engineers, operators, and management.
• Monitor safety performance metrics and prepare detailed safety reports.

Skills

Process hazard analysis

HAZOP studies

Risk assessment

OSHA PSM knowledge

Remote communication

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related safety discipline

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Remote Chemical Safety Engineer to ensure the highest standards of safety across their operations. In this fully remote position, you will focus on developing, implementing, and auditing safety management systems, process hazard analyses, and risk mitigation strategies. Your expertise will be critical in safeguarding personnel, assets, and the environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated safety professional to work independently, influence safety culture, and contribute to robust safety programs from a remote location, supporting a company committed to best-in-class safety practices globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive chemical safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct rigorous Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), HAZOP studies, and risk assessments for new and existing processes.
• Investigate safety incidents, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local and international safety regulations and standards.
• Provide safety training and guidance to engineers, operators, and management.
• Monitor safety performance metrics and prepare detailed safety reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related safety discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in chemical safety engineering, process safety management (PSM), or EHS.
• In-depth knowledge of hazard identification techniques and risk assessment methodologies.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as OSHA PSM or equivalent.
• Excellent remote communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional certification and advanced safety training.
• Direct impact on company-wide safety culture and performance.