NES Fircroft is proud to be partnering with one of the world’s leading independent Oil & Gas companies in their search for Technical Safety Engineers to join their growing QSHE team, based in Norwich.
Our client operates globally, with this opportunity focusing on their UK subsidiary, overseeing key operations in the Southern North Sea. This role offers the chance to contribute to high-impact offshore and onshore projects, ensuring technical safety compliance and innovation at every stage.
The Role
As a Technical Safety Engineer, you will support the safe and efficient operation of offshore assets. Working within the QSHE team, you’ll be the go-to expert for safety engineering, providing in-house guidance and ensuring compliance with UK legislation and industry best practices.
The client conducts consequence modelling in-house, and they are specifically looking for candidates with experience in PHAST (and similar tools).
What You’ll Be Doing
* Facilitating and chairing safety studies – HAZID, ALARP, Bowtie, Total Risk Management, and more
* Creating Barrier Diagrams (Bowties) and developing risk visualisation tools
* Consequence modelling using PHAST and FLARESIM software
* Conducting Mini QRAs with event and fault tree development
* Carrying out Hazardous Area Classification and Fire & Explosion Risk Assessments
* Preparing Safety Case material changes and conducting 5-Year Thorough Reviews
* Applying knowledge of COMAH regulations and (ideally) Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
What We’re Looking For
* A strong technical background – Degree in Process Safety, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar
* Software skills – Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel), PHAST, PHA-Pro, BowTie XP, FLARESIM
* Great communicator – Able to clearly present technical findings and liaise effectively with senior stakeholders and regulators
* Organised & analytical – You thrive under pressure, manage multiple priorities with ease, and are confident in your technical judgement
Why Apply?
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking team at the heart of the UK’s energy sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark in a pivotal role with a company that values expertise, innovation, and safety above all else.
Relocation support will be provided.
Ready to step into a role that challenges and rewards in equal measure?
Apply now via NES Fircroft to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
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