Process Safety Engineer

Overview

As part of the TUV family Risktec Resourcing has been tasked to assist our sister company TUV Rheinland Industrial Services (TRIS) in recruiting for a Process Safety Engineer based in our Warrington office (we will consider candidates from the Teesside area). The Process Safety Consultant will propose engineering solutions tailored to meet customer needs, while identifying improvement opportunities through client feedback.

Reporting to the Process Safety Team Leader, this role will lead technical assignments with support from senior colleagues to develop solutions and resolve client issues, using industry-standard and innovative approaches while ensuring compliance with regulations. The consultant will play a pivotal role in defining the vision for the Process Safety Team, supporting the development and growth of the service in existing and emerging markets.

• Build strong relationships with clients to deliver customer satisfaction.
• Understand client needs and assist in the delivery of tailored, pragmatic solutions.
• Maintain and enhance customer relationships, securing new opportunities for repeat and new consulting business.
• Support the financial performance of consulting assignments through the timely and high-quality delivery of services.
• Work under the supervision of senior team members on assignment tasks, providing regular updates on project progress and any challenges faced; seek feedback and guidance to improve performance.
• Swiftly adapt to changing project requirements and market trends.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, customer contracts, and industry regulations.
• Maintain transparency in communication with clients, team members, and management; continuously enhance professional and technical knowledge, sharing best practices within the team.
• Proactively seek learning opportunities and develop own strengths.

• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills, including excellent technical report writing and reviewing capabilities.
• Provide timely, transparent, and reliable information, and actively seek and accept personal feedback.

• Knowledge of process safety techniques and risk management tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Apply process safety techniques and tools across technical assignments, ensuring compliance and efficiency.

• 5+ years of experience in process industries, preferably across different high‑hazard industries.
• Willingness to develop further expertise in three or more of the following:
  • Hazard study leadership
  • SIL determination using LOPA
  • Human factors analysis
  • Fire protection systems
  • Process safety management with auditing experience
  • Safety reports for COMAH or offshore regulations.

• Master’s degree in chemical engineering or a related scientific discipline.
• Preference for Chartered membership in an appropriate institution, or actively working towards Chartership.

• Analyse complex information and use judgment to make well‑informed, time‑sensitive decisions to achieve project goals.
• Apply critical thinking to resolve challenges and develop pragmatic solutions, encouraging a culture of knowledge‑sharing to drive continuous improvement across the team.
• Strive to resolve client queries quickly and understand individual needs to ensure excellent service.

NB: UK security clearance is very difficult to achieve within the timescales for non‑UK nationals, and you will be subject to a screening process prior to interview to ensure that you meet the security clearance criteria.

TV Rheinland is a leading provider of technical services worldwide. We provide a broad range of testing, inspection and certification services to ensure the safety, reliability and regulatory compliance of engineering assets throughout their lifecycle. If you contribute your experience to us in the future, you will experience a surprisingly broad spectrum of national and international challenges, all of which are associated with safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

We offer comprehensive training, flexible working, and a great pay and benefits package.