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:
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Coordinate and track process hazard analyses (HAZOP, LOPA, SIL) and follow-up actions.
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Support preparation and response to COMAH inspections.
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Maintain process safety standards, guides, and compliance documentation.
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Embed process safety within operations and project design.
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Manage external consultants to deliver specialist support.
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Assist with incident investigations and implement improvements.
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Lead fire detection, mitigation, and control strategy reviews.
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Contribute to projects and systems of work (e.g., MOC, alarm management, emergency planning).
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Lead internal audits and communicate findings across the business.
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Monitor legislation, regulations, and industry best practices.
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Track and report on process safety performance indicators.
About you:
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Strong organisational and planning skills.
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Clear, confident communicator at all levels.
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Positive, proactive approach to HSE matters.
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Ability to build strong cross-departmental relationships.
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Influential without formal authority.
Experience & Skills:
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Engineering or science background (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent).
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In-depth knowledge of COMAH and major accident hazard risk.
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Experience with regulators (HSE/EA).
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Strong grounding in process safety principles and management systems.
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Skilled in compliance auditing.
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Familiar with P&IDs and technical drawings.
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Understanding of ALARP principles.
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Able to influence and collaborate across departments