Remote Process Safety Engineer — Global Safety Leader

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,477,000 - 2,461,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Global project exposure

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Process Safety Engineer to join a virtual international team. The role focuses on safe design, operation, and maintenance of oil and gas facilities through hazard identification, risk assessments, and robust safety management systems.

You will conduct PHAs (HAZOP/LOPA/FMEA), develop PSM programs, review SIL assessments, and ensure compliance with API/CCPS standards across time zones, with a strong emphasis on remote collaboration and independent project

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in process safety engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proven experience conducting various types of Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs).
• In-depth knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) principles and practices.
• Familiarity with Safety Integrity Level (SIL) assessments and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).
• Strong understanding of relevant industry standards and regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), including HAZOP, LOPA, and FMEA studies.
• Develop and implement comprehensive Process Safety Management (PSM) programs.
• Assess safety-critical equipment and integrity management programs.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards (e.g., API, CCPS) and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and review Safety Integrity Level (SIL) assessments for safety instrumented systems (SIS).
• Investigate process safety incidents and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Contribute to the design review process for new facilities and modifications, ensuring safety is integrated from the outset.
• Develop and deliver process safety training to relevant personnel.
• Manage and maintain process safety documentation and databases.
• Promote a strong process safety culture throughout the organization and client sites.

Skills

Process Safety

PHAs (HAZOP/LOPA/FMEA)

PSM

SIS/SIL

Regulatory standards

Education

BSc or MSc in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Process Safety Engineer to join a virtual international team. The role focuses on safe design, operation, and maintenance of oil and gas facilities through hazard identification, risk assessments, and robust safety management systems.

You will conduct PHAs (HAZOP/LOPA/FMEA), develop PSM programs, review SIL assessments, and ensure compliance with API/CCPS standards across time zones, with a strong emphasis on remote collaboration and independent project