Senior Remote Process Safety Engineer

Placements24; Komani; Hybrid; ZAR 1,446,000 - 2,089,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Remote role with flexible hours

Global health insurance

Professional development budget

Impact on safety culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Process Safety Engineer for a fully remote position. You will ensure safety of chemical processes globally, lead PHAs, develop PSM programs, review designs, and guide operational teams.

The role requires 8+ years in process safety, strong PSM expertise, and the ability to work independently in a distributed setting, with excellent analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in process safety engineering with emphasis on PSM.
• Expertise in PHAs and risk assessments.
• In-depth knowledge of international safety standards and regulations.
• Ability to work effectively and independently in a remote setting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct PHAs such as HAZOP, LOPA, and What-If studies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust PSM programs.
• Review designs and process changes for safety compliance.
• Investigate incidents and near-misses to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs for engineering and operations personnel.
• Stay updated on evolving process safety regulations and best practices.

Skills

Process safety

PHAs

PSM

Risk assessment

Hazard analysis

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Process Safety Engineer for a fully remote position. You will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and integrity of our chemical processes across all operational sites. This role involves conducting comprehensive risk assessments, developing safety protocols, and providing expert guidance to engineering and operational teams globally. The ideal candidate is a proactive safety advocate with a deep understanding of process safety management (PSM) principles and a proven ability to drive safety culture improvements in a distributed workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct process hazard analyses (PHAs), including HAZOP, LOPA, and What-If studies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust Process Safety Management (PSM) programs.
• Review engineering designs and process modifications for safety compliance.
• Investigate incidents and near-misses to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs to engineering and operations personnel.
• Stay abreast of evolving process safety regulations and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in process safety engineering, with a strong emphasis on PSM.
• Expertise in conducting various types of PHAs and risk assessments.
• In-depth knowledge of international safety standards and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and independently in a remote setting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote role with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive global health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Significant budget for professional development, certifications, and conferences.
• Opportunity to influence safety culture and practices across an international organization.