Senior Process Safety Engineer, Chemical & Energy (Hybrid)

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Process Safety Engineer for our client in Pretoria, Gauteng. The role focuses on maintaining the highest process safety standards across operations and projects, identifying hazards, and implementing robust safety management systems.

You will lead PHAs, develop PSM programs aligned with international standards, investigate incidents, train staff, and support regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of process safety experience in chemical, petrochemical, or energy sectors.
• Strong knowledge of PHAs (HAZOP/LOPA/FMEA) and API/NFPA/IEC standards.

Responsabilités

• Lead and conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) including HAZOP, LOPA, and FMEA for new and existing facilities.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Process Safety Management (PSM) systems aligned with international standards.
• Oversee incident investigations, root cause analysis (RCA), and ensure corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and deliver process safety training programs for engineers, operators, and management.
• Conduct safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Review engineering designs and P&IDs for new projects to ensure inherent process safety.
• Develop and manage Safety Critical Elements (SCEs) and SIL assessments.
• Advise project teams on process safety and regulatory requirements in energy and chemical processing.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in process safety.

Connaissances

Process safety

Hazard analysis

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree or CCPSC

Outils

PHA software

Process safety tools

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Process Safety Engineer for our client in Pretoria, Gauteng. The role focuses on maintaining the highest process safety standards across operations and projects, identifying hazards, and implementing robust safety management systems.

You will lead PHAs, develop PSM programs aligned with international standards, investigate incidents, train staff, and support regulatory compliance.