Head of Product Safety & Compliance at ITM Power
Location: Sheffield
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About ITM Power
ITM is at the forefront of the green hydrogen industry, designing and manufacturing cutting-edge PEM electrolysers that are instrumental in global decarbonisation efforts. With over two decades of scientific expertise, we have established ourselves as industry leaders in clean energy technology.
Our journey and growth
As pioneers in green hydrogen technology, ITM is offering the most advanced PEM electrolyser technology in the world. Founded in 2000, ITM Power PLC was one of the first companies of its kind to be listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange. Headquartered in the UK, our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is the world’s first largest PEM Gigafactory in commercial operation, and home to our R&D and manufacturing. ITM Power Germany is our hub in the heart of the EU. This facility not only houses regional functions including business development and engineering, but also our Aftersales services with the ability to quickly deploy stacks.
Innovation and impact
Our PEM electrolysers are deployed in some of the world’s largest green hydrogen projects. We continue to push the boundaries of technology, enhancing cost-effectiveness and sustainability.
Join our mission
ITM is in the midst of a transformative phase, focusing on streamlined delivery and operational excellence. We are seeking talented individuals who share our passion for clean energy and our drive to make a tangible impact on the world’s transition to net-zero. You will be working with an inspiring team, and we’ve come a long way — join us in the next step of our incredible journey.
What Are We Looking For
Product Safety & Compliance & Validation is responsible for compliance, functional safety, validation and testing of ITM’s portfolio of electrolyser products. The Product Process Safety Officer will lead the Process Safety Team to ensure that ITM Power’s electrolyser product portfolio is functionally safe for use in the market segments in which they will be deployed and used by customers. You will be the technical safety authority, responsible for the management of hazard analysis studies including HAZID, HAZOP and LOPA and the close-out, to time and budget, and necessary management of change (MOC) process where appropriate. Responsible for managing the Process Safety Team and managing, leading, coordinating, and supporting process safety risk assessment activities including HAZID, HAZOP and LOPA. Develop ALARP principles and calculations to support LOPA assessments.
Responsibilities
* Facilitate, lead and participate in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) studies including HAZID, HAZOP and LOPA, delegate and track progress through to completion of actions and recommendations, including chairing HAZOP/LOPA close-out meetings
* Lead technical safety reviews
* Support creation of basis of safety documentation
* Knowledgeable in IEC 61508 and IEC 61511 with good understanding and / or application of all stages of the design cycle (analysis, design, implementation, operation and maintenance)
* Lead in the development of a Functional Safety Management (FSM) plan (FSA stages 1–5)
* Lead and mentor a small team of safety engineers
* Conduct 6-monthly training and competence reviews of Product Safety Team
* Lead in the development of a process safety management framework(s)
* Creation/review of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) proof test procedures
* Proficient in Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) reviews and Safety Integrity Level (SIL) verification calculations
* Improve awareness of process/functional safety across ITM through internal training and mentoring
* Customer liaison as appropriate and necessary
About You
Knowledge and Experience
* Chemical/Electrical Engineering or other engineering-related degree. Either Chartered status or actively seeking it through a recognised organisation (e.g., IChemE)
* Minimum of 5 years as a process/functional safety engineer in the hydrogen, chemicals or industrial gases industry
* Certified functional safety expert (e.g., FS Engineer) would be advantageous
* Certified and/or experienced in managing safety studies and chairing HAZOP and LOPA studies
* Essential gas (hydrogen and oxygen) expertise
* Knowledge and experience of explosive atmospheres (IEC 60079 and ATEX/DSEAR regulations)
* Knowledge of hazardous area classification / consequence tools such as Phast, Quadvent
* Understanding of safety and compliance legislation in the UK and EU
* Proficiency in QRA reviews and SIL verification calculations (RBDs, FTA, etc.)
* Certified Functional Safety Engineer status
* Project execution experience
* Knowledge of DSEAR, ATEX equipment and workplace Directives, and corresponding standards and industry codes of practice in the UK and Europe
* Experience with hazardous area classification and preparing DSEAR, ATEX, IEC Ex and equivalent safety cases
* Ability to work within a Quality Management system (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 45001)
* Knowledge of ISO 22734 electrolyser standard would be an advantage
* Ability to work to engineering best practice within a matrix organisation
* Strong organisational and documentation skills
* Influence and guide cross-functional teams to facilitate on-time delivery
* Clear communication at all levels within ITM and with customers/regulators
Skills And Abilities
* Good organisational skills
* Problem-solving in time and cost-effective manner
* Time management for self and team
* Strong written and verbal reporting skills, able to communicate across ITM and with external parties
* Ability to work to tight and changing deadlines
* Influence and guide work activities to facilitate on-time delivery
* Communicate clearly at all levels within ITM and with customers/regulators
What We Offer
The opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a rapidly growing industry, within a dynamic environment where you can shape the future of energy. Our corporate culture values safety, integrity and continuous improvement. A competitive salary and an excellent contributory pension, 25 days holiday and a wider range of benefits including BAYE shares, holiday/light, cycle to work, health and lifestyle benefits, and more. Onsite parking with free electric car charging points.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can learn and grow.
Our success is driven by the exceptional diversity of our people. We encourage you to apply and join our team.
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