Process Safety Engineer – Permanent
Join a leading organisation and play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standards of process safety across UK & Ireland. We are looking for an experienced Process Safety Engineer to provide expert support across multiple industrial sites, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and enhancing operational safety.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide process safety expertise to all UK & Ireland sites.
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Advise on hazard identification, risk assessment, and major accident prevention.
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Support the management of safety-critical elements (SCEs).
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Ensure compliance with relevant legislation (e.g., COMAH, DSEAR) and industry standards.
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Lead and facilitate hazard studies, risk assessments, and process safety reviews.
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Support emergency preparedness planning and incident investigation.
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Drive continuous improvement in process safety culture and leadership.
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Assist with change management processes, ensuring safe and compliant implementation.
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Conduct audits, management reviews, and assurance activities.
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement safety improvements.
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Interpret and apply PFDs, P&IDs, and other process safety documentation.
Required Skills & Experience
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Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering (or equivalent).
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Minimum 8 years of experience in process safety within a regulated industry (COMAH preferred).
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Chartered Engineer (IChemE or equivalent) or actively working towards chartership.
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Experience in COMAH report submission and regulatory engagement.
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Strong understanding of process plant technology and unit operations.
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Proven ability to lead technical discussions and facilitate safety reviews.
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Skilled in project management, change management, and risk analysis.
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Strong auditing and compliance experience.
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Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities.
Why Join Us?
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Work in a dynamic and safety-focused environment.
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Influence and drive process safety improvements across a major organisation.
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Be part of a highly skilled and collaborative team.
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Competitive salary and professional development opportunities.
If you have the expertise and passion for process safety, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!