Senior Process Safety Engineer - Upstream Facilities

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer for its Upington-based upstream facilities team. The role blends hands-on risk assessment with the development and implementation of safety management systems, focusing on preventing major incidents and protecting people and assets.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in process safety within Oil & Gas or petrochemicals, with expertise in HAZOP/LOPA, QRAs, and IEC 61511/API/OSHA PSM, and be comfortable with a hybrid work arrangement in

Qualifications

• Experience leading PHAs (HAZOP, LOPA) and QRAs.
• Strong knowledge of IEC 61511, API, OSHA PSM standards.
• Experience with PHAST or ALOHA software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk management skills.
• Strong communication, influencing and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to work in hybrid environment with site visits.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), including HAZOP, LOPA, and What-If studies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Process Safety Management (PSM) systems and procedures.
• Conduct safety integrity level (SIL) assessments and specify safety instrumented systems (SIS).
• Perform consequence modeling and quantitative risk assessments (QRAs).
• Review facility designs and modifications to ensure compliance with process safety standards.
• Investigate process safety incidents and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and deliver process safety training programs to relevant personnel.
• Audit compliance with company and regulatory process safety requirements.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for process safety and report on performance.
• Provide expert advice on process safety matters to engineering, operations, and management teams.

Skills

PHAs (HAZOP/LOPA)

QRAs

Risk assessment

Safety leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

PHAST

ALOHA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a Senior Process Safety Engineer to join their upstream facilities team, based in Upington, Northern Cape , with a hybrid work arrangement. This vital role ensures the highest standards of process safety are maintained across all operational facilities, focusing on preventing major accidents and protecting personnel, the environment, and assets. You will be responsible for conducting risk assessments, developing safety procedures, and overseeing the implementation of safety management systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in process hazard analysis (PHA) techniques, such as HAZOP and LOPA, and a deep understanding of regulatory requirements in the Oil & Gas industry. This is a critical opportunity to contribute to operational integrity and safety culture within our client's growing business. We are looking for a proactive leader who can drive safety excellence in the facilities located around Upington, Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), including HAZOP, LOPA, and What-If studies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain Process Safety Management (PSM) systems and procedures.
• Conduct safety integrity level (SIL) assessments and specify safety instrumented systems (SIS).
• Perform consequence modeling and quantitative risk assessments (QRAs).
• Review facility designs and modifications to ensure compliance with process safety standards.
• Investigate process safety incidents and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and deliver process safety training programs to relevant personnel.
• Audit compliance with company and regulatory process safety requirements.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for process safety and report on performance.
• Provide expert advice on process safety matters to engineering, operations, and management teams.

Requirements

• Requirements Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in process safety engineering within the Oil & Gas or petrochemical industry.
• Proven expertise in conducting PHAs (HAZOP, LOPA) and QRAs.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards such as IEC 61511, API, and OSHA PSM.
• Experience with consequence modeling software (e.g., PHAST, ALOHA).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk management skills.
• Strong communication, influencing, and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote work with site visits.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CSP, CCPSC) are highly desirable.
• Commitment to fostering a strong safety culture.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, retirement savings plans, and opportunities for continuous professional development.
• This role provides a significant impact on operational safety and integrity within the Oil & Gas sector.
• You will work in a dynamic environment in Upington, Northern Cape , with the flexibility of a hybrid work model.
• Our client is dedicated to ensuring a safe and rewarding work experience for all its employees.