Process Safety Engineer - Chemical & Energy
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Mossel Bay, 6501, South Africa
Listed on 2026-09-26
Mossel Bay, 6501, South Africa
Listing for:
Placements24
Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-09-26
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Safety Engineer, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineer, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Role
Our client is looking for a dedicated Process Safety Engineer to enhance safety protocols within the Chemical and Energy sectors, based remotely with potential site visits to Mossel Bay . This critical role focuses on identifying, evaluating, and mitigating process-related hazards to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of personnel, the environment, and company assets. You will be responsible for implementing robust safety management systems and fostering a strong safety culture across operations.
This is a vital position for an experienced safety professional committed to upholding the highest standards of operational integrity in high-risk industries.
- Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) , including HAZOP, What-If, and FMEA studies, for new and existing processes.
- Develop and implement Process Safety Management (PSM) programs aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Review Management of Change (MOC) requests to ensure process safety implications are adequately addressed.
- Investigate process safety incidents, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Develop and deliver process safety training programs to relevant personnel.
- Audit compliance with PSM elements and provide recommendations for continuous improvement in safety performance.
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in process safety, with a strong focus on the chemical and energy industries .
- In-depth knowledge of PSM principles (e.g., OSHA PSM, Seveso Directive) and risk assessment methodologies.
- Experience with safety instrumented systems (SIS) and quantitative risk assessment (QRA) is advantageous.
- Proven ability to develop and implement effective safety procedures and training.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
- Competitive remote salary and performance incentives.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and specialized safety certifications.
- Work from home flexibility with occasional travel to operational sites.
- Contribute to creating a safer operational environment in critical industries.
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