Job Description
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Chemical Engineer - Process Safety Development Role
Lanarkshire
This role is an excellent opportunity for someone at any stage of their chemical/process engineering journey who wants to build a career in Process Safety. Whether you're coming from an industrial placement, a graduate-level background, or a role in a process-led environment, full training and support are provided.
You'll work closely with the SHE Manager and gain hands-on experience across a wide range of Safety, Health and Environment and Process Safety activities within a high-hazard manufacturing environment.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting the development and maintenance of SHE systems
* Assisting with compliance activities including COMAH, DSEAR and ATEX
* Helping coordinate permit-to-work and process isolation systems
* Contributing to risk assessments, incident investigations and audits
* Assisting with Management of Change (MoC) reviews
* Maintaining process safety indicators and documentation
* Supporting safety training and continuous improvement activities
We welcome applications from people who have:
* A degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related subject
* Experience or exposure to a process-led environment such as chemicals, food and drink, brewing, plastics, packaging, FMCG or similar (this can include university projects, internships, placements or early career roles)
* A strong interest in process safety, risk management and how processes behave
* Good documentation and organisational skills
* NEBOSH General Certificate is helpful but training can be supported
What this role offers:
* Salary of up to 40k pa depending on experience
* A structured development plan covering key areas of process safety
* Mentoring from experienced SHE professionals
* A clear pathway into long-term roles such as Process Safety Specialist
If you're looking for a development-focused role that blends chemical engineering with safety, risk reduction and real operational experience, we'd be delighted to hear from you.