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Technical safety engineer

Aberdeen
Wood
Safety engineer
Posted: 5 September
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Wood is currently looking for a Technical Safety Engineer to join our System Integration (SI) team within our Digital Consulting business, supporting across UK projects. This role is available on a hybrid basis with Tuesdays and Wednesdays to be in one of the following hub office locations: Aberdeen, Glasgow or Staines. Applicants must be able to pass the BPSS check.


Role

The Technical Safety Engineer will provide technical safety responsibility to ensure project compliance with client and Wood Functional Safety specifications, applicable code requirements, and national/international standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys working for high profile clients and is looking to utilise their experience in making a positive impact on the technical safety performance across a variety of critical projects within the Energy sector.


Responsibilities

* Serve as primary contact, managing day to day technical safety activities on the project
* Conduct site location and layout studies, and ensure risks are ALARP
* Conduct and check FRA, QRA, and fire detection and protection studies
* Conduct consequence analysis such as gas dispersion and thermal radiation studies
* Perform gap analysis on documents to ensure compliance with customer standards, international guidelines, and specifications
* Arrange and participate in workshops such as FMEA, EHAZID, FTA, HAZID, HAZOP, HAZCON, Bow Tie Analysis, LOPA, etc.
* Create or review key technical safety documents including: Process Safety Plans, Fire Risk Assessments, Fire Protection Reports, Building Risk Assessments, Hazardous Area Calculations (IGEM SR/25), Study Terms of Reference and Reports
* Provide technical support to other disciplines, including review of specifications, data sheets, schedules, study reports, and design calculations
* Ensure alignment with applicable legislation and regulations such as HASAWA and DSEAR
* Proficiency in using tools such as PHAST and SINTEF
* Track and control manhours for technical safety activities
* Produce technical and progress reports
* Assist project management in developing the project schedule
* Support project performance by monitoring key performance indicators, such as cost and schedule performance
* Act as the primary contact for clients, ensuring their satisfaction and requirements are met


Qualifications


What Makes You Remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. If you don’t match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills, we encourage you to apply.

* Expected:
* Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent applicable demonstrable experience
* Relevant experience, specifically in process safety within the oil & gas, hydrocarbon, refinery, offshore, or infrastructure sectors
* Ability to prioritise tasks effectively to manage multiple projects running concurrently
* Experience in brownfield upgrades/replacement of automation and control systems projects
* Stays updated on the latest industry developments
* Understanding of commercial aspects as related to projects and operations
* Excellent communication abilities, with enthusiasm and diplomacy in interactions
* Inquisitive, well organised, and have a keen eye for detail
* Ability to work effectively in an integrated team environment, supporting colleagues and fostering trust and respect within the team
* Desirable:
* Chartered Engineer and member of appropriate engineering institution
* TUV FS Engineer certificate or equivalent
* Knowledge of ISO 21789 and the performance of gas turbine safety assessment review
* Experience in conducting DSEAR assessments
* Gas turbine specialization and deep understanding of compressor operation and maintenance aspects
* Experience in using AGI Safe for FRA/ QRA

About Us
Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with relevant governing laws.

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