Remote Senior Process Safety Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will design and manage comprehensive process safety programs, conduct risk assessments, and drive industry best practices across our chemical manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate has a chemical engineering degree, 10+ years in PSM, experience with HAZOP/LOPA, PHAST/EFFECT, and strong incident investigation skills, with CSP or CCPSC being desirable.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in process safety with a strong PSM focus.
• Experience with HAZOP, LOPA and other PHA methods.
• Proficiency in PHAST and EFFECT software for risk analyses.
• Solid knowledge of IEC 61508/61511 and NFPA 70E.
• Experience in incident investigations and RCA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Process Safety Management systems.
• Lead PHAs including HAZOP, LOPA, and What-If studies.
• Perform SIL assessments and contribute to SIS design.
• Conduct QRAs and consequence modeling.
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA PSM and Seveso directives.
• Deliver process safety training to teams.
• Review MOC procedures for safety implications.
• Audit safety procedures and systems for effectiveness.
• Provide expert process safety advice to projects.
• Promote safety culture through leadership.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication

Remote work ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

PHAST

EFFECT

HAZOP/LOPA software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in chemical manufacturing, is seeking an experienced Senior Process Safety Engineer to join their team in a fully remote capacity. This role is pivotal in ensuring the highest standards of process safety across all company operations. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive process safety management (PSM) programs, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and industry best practices. This is a critical, independent role that requires a proactive approach and exceptional expertise in identifying and mitigating process-related hazards. The position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa, supporting our operational sites including those in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust Process Safety Management (PSM) systems and programs across the organization.
• Lead and facilitate Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), including HAZOP, LOPA, and What-If studies for new and existing processes.
• Conduct safety integrity level (SIL) assessments and contribute to the design of safety instrumented systems (SIS).
• Perform consequence modeling and quantitative risk assessments (QRAs) to evaluate potential process safety incidents.
• Investigate incidents and near-misses, determining root causes and recommending corrective and preventative actions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant national and international process safety regulations and standards (e.g., OSHA PSM, Seveso Directive).
• Develop and deliver process safety training programs to engineers, operators, and management.
• Review management of change (MOC) procedures and ensure safety implications are adequately addressed.
• Audit and assess the effectiveness of existing safety procedures and systems.
• Provide expert technical advice on process safety matters to project teams and operational sites.
• Promote a strong safety culture throughout the organization through engagement and leadership.

Requirements

• Requirements Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in process safety engineering, with a strong focus on PSM.
• In-depth knowledge and practical experience with various PHA methodologies (HAZOP, LOPA, etc.).
• Proficiency in consequence modeling software (e.g., PHAST, EFFECT) and risk assessment tools.
• Strong understanding of relevant safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508/61511, NFPA 70E).
• Demonstrated experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis (RCA).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Superior communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively remotely.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Professional certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or CCPSC (Certified Chemical Process Safety Professional) are highly desirable.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with excellent benefits including comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and a generous retirement fund contribution. This role provides the ultimate flexibility of being fully remote. We invest in our employees' continuous learning through access to industry conferences, advanced training modules, and professional development resources. Join a dedicated global team committed to leading the way in chemical process safety.