Senior Process Safety Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and remote work

Medical, disability, and life coverage

Professional certification and ongoing

Flexible working hours

Retirement savings plan with company-m

Remote-friendly environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer for a fully remote role supporting operations potentially linked to Richards Bay. You will develop and manage process safety programs, lead PHAs, conduct incident investigations, and ensure compliance with national and international standards while collaborating with engineering and operations teams remotely.

The ideal candidate has a strong process safety background, experience with PHAST/SAFETI, and excellent communication skills to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Safety Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in process safety engineering, preferably in chemical/petrochemical industries.
• Strong knowledge of PSM elements: PHA, MOC, PSSR, Mechanical Integrity.
• Experience with consequence modeling software PHAST, SAFETI.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive process safety management (PSM) programs.
• Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) such as HAZOP, What-If, and FMEA.
• Perform incident investigations, RCAs, and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain safety procedures, training materials, and emergency response plans.
• Ensure compliance with national and international process safety regulations and standards.
• Provide expert guidance and technical support on process safety matters to remote teams.

Skills

Process safety engineering

Risk assessment

Remote collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

PHAST

SAFETI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Process Safety Engineer to join their organization in a fully remote capacity, supporting operations potentially linked to Richards Bay . This critical role involves ensuring the highest standards of safety across all chemical processes and facilities by identifying, evaluating, and mitigating process-related hazards. You will play a vital part in developing and implementing robust safety management systems, conducting rigorous risk assessments, and fostering a strong safety culture throughout the company. The ideal candidate is deeply knowledgeable in process safety regulations and best practices, committed to preventing incidents, and capable of effectively collaborating with diverse teams remotely to uphold operational integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive process safety management (PSM) programs.
• Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) such as HAZOP, What-If, and FMEA studies.
• Perform incident investigations, root cause analyses (RCAs), and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain safety procedures, training materials, and emergency response plans.
• Ensure compliance with relevant national and international process safety regulations and standards.
• Provide expert guidance and technical support on process safety matters to engineering and operations teams remotely.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering , Safety Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in process safety engineering, preferably within the chemical or petrochemical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of PSM elements (e.g., PHA, MOC, PSSR, Mechanical Integrity).
• Experience with consequence modeling software (e.g., PHAST, SAFETI).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration and reporting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work allowance.
• Comprehensive medical, disability, and life insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional certification and ongoing training in process safety.
• Flexible working hours and a supportive remote work environment.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.