Senior Technical Safety Engineer

Purpose of the Job:

To carry out Concept, front-end design and detailed engineering process/technical safety input to engineering projects in support of the development of new and existing oil and gas and water handling facilities and refineries.

Qualification & Expeirence:

• University Graduate in relevant Engineering (B.Sc. /M.Sc. /B.Eng.) and/or membership of internationally accepted applicable professional Institute
• For an Senior Engineer, a minimum 12+ years in design, and specification of oil & gas, refinery and petrochemical facilities. Field experience in construction, commissioning, or maintenance will be an added advantage
• Good spoken/written English PC literate
• Conversant with engineering softwares, relevant International codes & standards including NFPA’s, Shell (DEP’s) and PDO (SP’s) design and construction standards
• Experience in various stages of Process/Technical Safety Engineering work in Concept, FEED and Detailed Engineering stages.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Provide guidance on the appropriate risk mitigation measures required for Process Safety issues
• Responsible for safety engineering systems including fire / explosion protection systems, emergency facilities, and life saving equipment
• Disseminate knowledge and/or participation of industry/group led research or developments in the management of Process Safety hazards
• Participate in Reviews and Audits in order to facilitate lateral learning and ensure gaps in the systems are addressed
• Approve Process Safety Reports. Drawings & layouts as Lead where necessary
• Guide and mentor Junior Engineers on Process Safety.