Senior Process Safety Engineer - Remote Expertise

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,976,000 - 2,964,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Online training and workshops

Global safety forums presentations

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Process Safety Engineer to lead PHAs and advance global process safety management from a remote setting. You will guide facilities worldwide, drive hazard analyses, and enforce regulatory compliance with strong analytical and communication skills.

You will develop training, conduct audits, and mentor teams while shaping safety strategies that elevate operational integrity and culture across the group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in process safety engineering within chemical/ petrochemical/ refining industries.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, and other relevant international safety regulations.
• Professional certification in process safety (e.g., CCPSC) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate PHAs (HAZOP, What-If, LOPA) for various chemical processes.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Process Safety Management (PSM) programs.
• Conduct safety audits and assessments of facilities with recommendations for improvement.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical guidance on process safety to global engineering and operations teams.
• Develop and deliver process safety training modules for personnel.
• Stay current with evolving process safety regulations and standards.
• Review designs for new facilities/modifications to ensure safety integrity.
• Champion a proactive safety culture across the organization.

Skills

PHAs & risk assessments

OSHA PSM

EPA RMP

HAZOP/LOPA/What-If

Remote collaboration

Incident investigation

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a world-renowned chemical company dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of safety across all its operations. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Process Safety Engineer to join our entirely remote team. In this critical role, you will provide expert guidance and support to our global facilities, focusing on enhancing process safety management systems and ensuring compliance with stringent regulations. You will leverage your deep understanding of risk assessment, hazard analysis, and safety protocols to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks. This role is essential for upholding our commitment to a zero-incident workplace and fostering a strong safety culture, all managed through advanced remote collaboration tools. You will have the autonomy to shape safety strategies and directly influence operational integrity worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), including HAZOP, What-If, and LOPA studies for various chemical processes.
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust Process Safety Management (PSM) programs.
• Conduct safety audits and assessments of facilities and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventative actions.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on process safety principles to engineering and operational teams globally.
• Develop and deliver process safety training modules to relevant personnel.
• Stay current with evolving process safety regulations, industry standards, and best practices.
• Review designs for new facilities and modifications to ensure safety integrity.
• Champion a proactive safety culture across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in process safety engineering within the chemical, petrochemical, or refining industries.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, and other relevant international safety regulations.
• Proven expertise in conducting and leading PHAs and risk assessments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively influence stakeholders remotely.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a remote setting.
• Experience with incident investigation and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Professional certification in process safety (e.g., CCPSC) is highly desirable.

Benefits

• This remote role offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and a generous retirement plan.
• Our client is committed to continuous learning, providing access to specialized online training, virtual workshops, and opportunities to present findings at international safety forums.
• Enjoy the flexibility of working from home while making a significant impact on global safety standards.
• This is an opportunity to join a leading company at the forefront of industrial safety.