Description Scope of Work: Kent is actively seeking a highly experienced Lead Process Safety Engineer – Outside IR35 on a 12-month contract, to provide expert support to a client. The successful candidate will be based onsite at the client’s office in Aberdeen and will play a key role in leading process safety initiatives and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional with a strong background in process safety to make a significant impact within a dynamic and safety-focused organisation. Deliverables: Executing Safety Engineering activities and deliverables. Providing technical leadership on bespoke safety studies such as QRA, Formal Safety Assessments, COMAH, DSEAR, consequence analysis using DNV Phast, Safety Case/COMAH etc. Authorship, review, and approval of technical reports. Ensure the agreed scope of work or studies are completed within the allocated timeframe. Facilitation of/participation in HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA and other risk management workshops. Preparing technical reports to a high standard Key Requirements: Degree qualified in a relevant engineering (or related) subject. Chartered with a relevant institution. Extensive experience working in Process/Technical Safety, preferably in the Energy industry. Strong understanding of the fundamentals of QRA and other safety techniques, including consequence analysis (preferably PHAST software), with proven experience in conducting such studies. Familiar with relevant legislation and industry standards and able to apply this knowledge and advise clients in relation to these, such as COMAH and Safety Case Regulations etc. Ability to demonstrate excellent time-management skills with proven ability to work to deadlines. Experienced in leading multidisciplinary teams of engineers in delivery of complex technical work scopes. We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process. Please contact us confidentially at recruitment.uk@kentplc.com to find out how we can support you.