Process Safety Engineer

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Role

Job Title: Process Safety Engineer

Reports to: Head of Safety

Role Purpose

Provide cross-functional support on process safety, acting as the focal point for risk assessments, compliance, and improvement initiatives. Be the person who keeps people and sites safe

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and track process hazard analyses (HAZOP, LOPA, SIL) and follow-up actions.
  • Support preparation and response to COMAH inspections.
  • Maintain process safety standards, guides, and compliance documentation.
  • Embed process safety within operations and project design.
  • Manage external consultants to deliver specialist support.
  • Assist with incident investigations and implement improvements.
  • Lead fire detection, mitigation, and control strategy reviews.
  • Contribute to projects and systems of work (e.g., MOC, alarm management, emergency planning).
  • Lead internal audits and communicate findings across the business.
  • Monitor legislation, regulations, and industry best practices.
  • Track and report on process safety performance indicators.

About you

  • Strong organisational and planning skills.
  • Clear, confident communicator at all levels.
  • Positive, proactive approach to HSE matters.
  • Ability to build strong cross-departmental relationships.
  • Influential without formal authority.

Experience & Skills

  • Engineering or science background (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent).
  • In-depth knowledge of COMAH and major accident hazard risk.
  • Experience with regulators (HSE/EA).
  • Strong grounding in process safety principles and management systems.
  • Skilled in compliance auditing.
  • Familiar with P&IDs and technical drawings.
  • Understanding of ALARP principles.
  • Able to influence and collaborate across departments
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Location:
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Category:
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