Process Safety

Senior Process Safety Engineer

Develop process safety and fire & gas engineering deliverables - firewater/foam systems, HAC, F&G philosophy, safety layout and Emergency Response Plans - for oil & gas FEED and EPC projects

Responsibilities

  • Develop detailed firewater and foam system P&IDs, including fire hydrants, monitors, deluge systems, and foam skids
  • Prepare equipment data sheets and material requisitions to support vendor selection and procurement activities
  • Produce fire and gas detection layouts and define fire and gas cause and effect matrices
  • Provide safety engineering input and advisory support to multidisciplinary teams
  • Perform Hazardous Area Classification studies in accordance with applicable standards
  • Develop safety equipment layouts, including escape routes and emergency access provisions
  • Prepare Emergency Response Plans aligned with project and regulatory requirements
  • Manage and coordinate fire and gas mapping and QRA Consultants to ensure quality and compliance
  • Define and contribute to HAZID, HAZOP, and LOPA Terms of Reference (ToR) and participate in associated studies
  • Develop and author safety philosophies, including fire protection philosophy, passive fire protection philosophy, and safety equipment philosophy

Requirements

  • Strong experience in fire protection and process safety engineering within oil and gas, energy, or industrial projects
  • Proficiency in developing firewater and foam system P&IDs and related engineering documentation
  • Solid understanding of fire and gas detection systems, including cause and effect development
  • Experience with Hazardous Area Classification and relevant international standards (e.g., IEC, ATEX)
  • Demonstrated involvement in HAZID, HAZOP, and LOPA studies
  • Ability to prepare technical specifications, data sheets, and material requisitions
  • Experience coordinating with vendors and external consultants
  • Strong knowledge of emergency response planning and safety system design
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface across multiple disciplines
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Education

B.Sc. in Chemical, Process, or Mechanical Engineering (Safety specialisation preferred)

Tools & Software

PipenetMicrosoft Office

Language

English — professional working proficiency

Application

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