Safety Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

• Graduate level understanding of Engineering practices, design methods and calculations
• Ability to comprehend and interpret technical information applicable to their discipline of engineering
• Demonstrates the application of theory in a practical context
• Graduate level of competence in the application of standards, processes and procedures and how they are used in work execution
• Graduate level of knowledge of regulatory framework and associated legislation.
• Graduate level of competence in own discipline in the execution of assigned tasks.
• Graduate level of knowledge of industry and technology development within discipline area
• Ability to comprehend, interpret and prepare applicable technical information and suggest design changes to ensure functional and cost effective results
• Demonstrates awareness of policies and procedures that affect specific job assignments
• Ability to prepare accurate, effective, complete and easily understood written communications and reports
• Good level of general computer literacy and basic familiarity with some relevant specialist engineering software
  

Qualifications

• Fresh graduate with a Chemical Engineering degree
• Excellent command of the English language (both written and verbal)
• Well adept in utilizing MS Office
• Good communication, reporting and presentation skills

• Risk Assessment and Hazard Analysis: Ability to identify and assess potential risks in a work environment and implement mitigation strategies. Common techniques include Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA), Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP), and job hazard analysis (JHA).

• Safety Regulations Knowledge: Familiarity with industry standards and regulations such as OSHA, NFPA, ISO 45001, and local safety codes. Ensuring the workplace complies with legal and safety requirements is essential.

• Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis: Investigating accidents or near misses and identifying the root causes. Techniques like 5 Whys and Fishbone diagrams are used to uncover underlying issues.

• Safety Audits and Inspections: Conducting regular inspections to identify safety hazards or non-compliance with safety procedures and regulations. This also includes conducting safety audits to ensure processes are effective.

Desired candidate profile

1. Risk Assessment and Hazard Analysis: Ability to identify and assess potential risks in a work environment and implement mitigation strategies. Common techniques include Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA), Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP), and job hazard analysis (JHA).

2. Safety Regulations Knowledge: Familiarity with industry standards and regulations such as OSHA, NFPA, ISO 45001, and local safety codes. Ensuring the workplace complies with legal and safety requirements is essential.

3. Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis: Investigating accidents or near misses and identifying the root causes. Techniques like 5 Whys and Fishbone diagrams are used to uncover underlying issues.

4. Safety Audits and Inspections: Conducting regular inspections to identify safety hazards or non-compliance with safety procedures and regulations. This also includes conducting safety audits to ensure processes are effective.

5. Emergency Response Planning: Developing and implementing emergency response protocols for various scenarios such as fire, chemical spills, electrical accidents, etc.

6. Health and Environmental Safety: Knowledge of ergonomics, industrial hygiene, and environmental safety to protect workers from physical and health hazards.

7. Training and Awareness: Ability to design and deliver training programs on safety procedures, emergency protocols, and hazard identification to employees at all levels.

8. Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking: Strong analytical skills to address complex safety challenges and find effective solutions quickly.

9. Data Analysis and Reporting: Ability to analyze safety data and trends, preparing clear reports to present findings and make recommendations for improvements.

10. Project Management: Leading safety projects, managing timelines, budgets, and coordinating with various departments to ensure safety initiatives are executed.

11. Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication to ensure that safety protocols are clearly understood by employees, management, and regulatory bodies.

12. Continuous Improvement Mindset: Commitment to ongoing learning and improvement to stay updated with new safety technologies, regulations, and industry best practices.