Senior Process Safety Engineer

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development support

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive benefits package

Leadership opportunity

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer to strengthen safety protocols across chemical operations. You will lead risk assessments, oversee PHAs, and drive regulatory compliance to protect people and assets.

The role requires a chemical engineering degree, 8+ years in process safety, CSP is desirable, and leadership in a collaborative safety team. Flexible working arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related safety discipline.
• 8+ years of process safety experience in chemical/petrochemical industries.
• Knowledge of PHA, HAZOP, LOPA, SIS and PSM elements.
• CSP certification desirable.
• Experience with safety software for consequence modeling and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Lead PHAs such as HAZOP, LOPA, and What-If studies.
• Develop and maintain process safety management (PSM) systems and procedures.
• Conduct incident investigations and root cause analyses for safety-related events.
• Ensure compliance with local and international process safety regulations and standards.
• Provide technical expertise and training on process safety to engineers and operational staff.
• Review engineering designs and P&IDs for safety before construction or modification.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelors in Chemical Engineering or related safety engineering

CSP certification desirable

Tools

Hazard analysis software

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly qualified Senior Process Safety Engineer to enhance safety protocols and risk management across their operations based in Centurion . This critical role ensures that all chemical processes and facilities meet the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance. You will lead initiatives to identify, assess, and mitigate potential hazards, fostering a robust safety culture throughout the organization. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact on operational integrity and employee well-being, working within a dedicated safety team committed to proactive risk management and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) such as HAZOP, LOPA, and What-If studies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain process safety management (PSM) systems and procedures.
• Conduct incident investigations and root cause analyses for safety-related events.
• Ensure compliance with local and international process safety regulations and standards.
• Provide technical expertise and training on process safety to engineers and operational staff.
• Review engineering designs and P&IDs for safety implications before construction or modification.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related safety engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience focused on process safety in the chemical, petrochemical, or related industries.
• In-depth knowledge of PSM elements, risk assessment methodologies, and safety instrumentation systems (SIS).
• Professional certification such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Experience with safety software tools for consequence modeling and risk assessment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead critical safety initiatives with significant organizational impact.
• Professional development support, including certifications and advanced training.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• A proactive safety culture that values employee well-being and continuous learning.