Senior HSSE Process Safety Engineer
The Senior HSSE Process Safety Engineer will lead and support the implementation of Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) programs with a strong focus on Process Safety Management (PSM). This role ensures compliance with Malaysian regulations, PETRONAS guidelines, and international standards (e.g., OSHA, API, CCPS, ISO). Acting as a technical authority, the engineer will conduct risk assessments, lead safety reviews, and support project and operations teams to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations.
MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop, implement, and maintain the HSSE Management System in line with local laws, PETRONAS OMS, and international standards.
Lead implementation of Process Safety Management (PSM) frameworks across operations, engineering, and projects.
Facilitate and lead HAZID, HAZOP, What-If, LOPA, SIL, QRA, and PSSR studies.
Conduct incident investigations, root cause analysis, and drive implementation of corrective actions.
Perform consequence and dispersion modelling using tools such as PHAST and assess fire, explosion, and toxic risks.
Review and develop pressure relief and disposal systems, fire protection requirements, and Fire & Gas detection strategies.
Provide process safety input during design reviews (FEED, EPC) and support MOC processes.
Execute qualitative and quantitative risk assessments (e.g., Fault Tree, Event Tree, Availability Analysis).
Deliver training on process safety tools and contribute to staff HSSE competency development.
Promote a positive HSSE culture and act as the focal point for internal and external safety-related communication.
Lead internal HSSE audits, support regulatory inspections, and track compliance.
Analyze trends in incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions to improve overall safety performance.
Oversee HSSE-related facility systems (e.g., access, lighting, HVAC, fire safety) and ensure a safe workplace environment.
Participate in cross-functional meetings and regulatory engagements to represent HSSE priorities.
Stay updated on latest industry codes, standards, and process safety developments.