Senior Process Safety Engineer - Remote

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,999,000 - 2,999,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer to join a fully remote, globally distributed team. You will develop and maintain robust process safety management systems, conduct PHAs such as HAZOP/LOPA, and lead incident investigations while guiding engineers and operations teams across facilities, including Gauteng operations.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in process safety within chemical/petrochemical industries, strong analytical skills, and the ability to train and influence

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or closely related field is required.
• Master's degree preferred for advanced opportunities and leadership.
• Minimum 8 years of process safety engineering experience in chemical/petrochemical sectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Process Safety Management programs.
• Conduct PHAs including HAZOP/LOPA and action findings.
• Oversee incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Provide expert process safety training to engineers and operators.
• Review process designs to embed safety from the start.
• Monitor evolving safety regulations and update standards.

Skills

Process safety

PHAs (HAZOP/LOPA)

Incident investigations

Risk assessment

Remote communication

Safety training

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Process safety software

Risk analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Process Safety Engineer to join their established remote team. This role is critical for ensuring the safety and integrity of our chemical processing operations globally. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining robust process safety management systems, conducting risk assessments, and providing expert guidance to engineering and operational teams. This is a key position for a safety-focused professional who thrives in a remote work environment and can significantly contribute to preventing incidents and ensuring compliance across all facilities, including those in the Gauteng province.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive Process Safety Management (PSM) programs in accordance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct thorough Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), including HAZOP, LOPA, and What-If studies, and ensure findings are actioned.
• Oversee incident investigations, root cause analyses, and the implementation of corrective and preventative actions.
• Provide expert technical support and training on process safety principles and practices to engineers and operational staff.
• Review process designs and modifications to ensure safety is integrated from the early stages.
• Stay abreast of evolving process safety regulations and technologies, recommending updates to company standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
• A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience specifically in process safety engineering within the chemical or petrochemical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of PSM elements, risk assessment methodologies, and safety engineering principles.
• Experience with relevant safety software and tools for risk analysis and management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and collaboration skills, effective in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Performance-driven bonus structure.
• Flexible work schedule and the convenience of a fully remote position.
• Support for professional development, certifications, and continuing education.
• Opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring safety across a global chemical organization.