HAZOP Technical Scribe

Role: HAZOP Hazard and Operability Technical Scribe

Job Location:

Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia.

A degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field is essential due to the process engineering nature of HAZOP studies. Basic knowledge of process engineering is required, including mass balance, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and a fundamental ability to read P&IDs and PFDs.

• Software Proficiency
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  Basic level of specialized software tools such as PHA-Pro and Open PHA. Scribes should be able to create templates tailored to different clients and use MS Word for report preparation and MS Excel for tasks like basic LOPA workshops following HAZOP studies.
• Communication Skills
  :
  English proficiency is an absolute requirement. Basic spell checks, consistency checks, and proper grammar demonstrate professionalism and justify the scribe’s rate.
• Soft Skills
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  Listening and comprehension skills; attention to detail.
• Motivation
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  Work closely with the Chairman to ensure the team remains focused throughout the workshop without losing pace; build working relationships with the Chairman and other team members; ensure consistency, technical integrity, and quality of the recorded minutes to maintain high standards.

The HAZOP Hazard and Operability Technical Scribe is a team member who supports the HAZOP Chairman by accurately and effectively documenting the discussions and findings of a HAZOP workshop or study. The scribe ensures that the documentation is complete, clear, and accurate, capturing all points discussed and backing it up daily to prevent data loss.

• Record discussions during the HAZOP study in a complete, clear, and accurate manner.
• Actively observe and engage with the Chairman to clarify technical discussions.
• Understand the perspectives of different Subject Matter Experts.
• Collaborate with the Chairman offline to develop the technical integrity and soft skills required.

• Entry–Level
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  Begin as a HAZOP LOPA Technical Scribe, gaining hands‑on experience in documenting HAZOP studies.
• Development Path
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  On‑the‑job training typically lasts 2–3 years, after which the scribe gains experience and begins co‑leading HAZOP LOPA sessions, intensifying engagement based on the Chairman’s style, and progressing from HAZOP to LOPA technique for SIL Assessment.
• Final Progression
  :
  Build expertise in SIL Assessment and SIL Verification, attaining basic to intermediate level of exSILentia software, obtaining certification in Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) Functional Engineering, and progressing to a HAZOP Facilitator role for workshops ranging from short (≤3days) to long (>1week).

• Mandatory:
  Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related Process Engineering discipline.
• Experience:
  
  1–3 years in Process Safety, Design Engineering, or Technical Documentation within the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or Energy sectors.
• Fresh Graduates:
  Highly motivated Chemical Engineering graduates with a strong academic record and a base understanding of P&IDs will be considered for Junior Scribe positions.

• P&:
  Advanced ability to read and interpret Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), PFDs, and Cause‑Effect matrices.
• Software Proficiency:
  Hands‑on experience or formal training in PHA software (e.g., PHA‑Pro, Open PHA, or exSILentia).
• Methodology:
  Foundational knowledge of HAZOP, LOPA, and SIL Assessment methodologies.
• Documentation:
  High‑speed typing with 100% accuracy in technical terminology; proficiency in MS Office (Word/Excel) for report generation.

• Language:
  Absolute fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Focus:
  High level of concentration and attention to detail during extended workshop sessions (8+ hours).
• Collaboration:
  
  Ability to work closely with the HAZOP Chairman and engage professionally with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
• Analytical Mindset:
  Capacity to synthesize technical discussions into clear, concise “Cause‑Consequence‑Safeguard” entries.