Process Safety Engineer

We're working with a major industrial manufacturing business who are looking for a Process Safety Engineer to join their team.

The site is entering an exciting period of significant investment, with numerous projects planned, including a major new-build development. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to a varied project portfolio while helping shape the future of process safety across the business.

Importantly, the appointment forms part of the site's longer-term succession planning, offering a genuine opportunity for the successful candidate to develop into a future leadership position, whilst learning from some exceptionally experienced individuals.

Working closely with operational, engineering and manufacturing teams, responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing the site's Process Safety Management System.
• Leading and facilitating HAZOP, LOPA, PHR and other hazard studies.
• Maintaining COMAH Safety Reports and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Leading incident investigations, audits and improvement initiatives.
• Championing Management of Change processes.
• Providing process safety guidance and coaching across the site.
• Supporting process safety activities across major capital projects and the new-build development.

We're interested in hearing from both established Process Safety professionals and well-rounded Process Engineers looking to specialise in process safety.

Ideally, you'll have:

• A degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience with in a COMAH or high-hazard industrial environment.
• A good understanding of process safety management and risk assessment methodologies.
• Experience or exposure to hazard studies, including HAZOP and LOPA.
• The confidence to engage with stakeholders and influence operational teams.
• Ambition to develop technically and progress towards a future leadership role.

A fantastic opportunity to join a business undergoing substantial investment, offering major project exposure, the chance to influence site-wide process safety and a clear longer-term career development opportunity through succession planning.

Whether you're already specialising in Process Safety or are a strong Process Engineer looking to take your career in that direction, this could be an excellent next move