Process Engineer - Food manufacturing

Sector: Engineering & Technical
Contact email: tharindud@bwsrecruitment.com.au
Job ref: 884437
Published: 12 months ago
Are you a dynamic and experienced Process Engineer with a passion for safety and excellence? We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our client’s team and lead the way in establishing and maintaining top-notch process safety management systems.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the local team in establishing on-site process safety management standards and practices.
  • Provide on-site guidance for new projects, leveraging your expertise in safety engineering and chemical knowledge.
  • Oversee all process safety-related and asset integrity activities, ensuring compliance with both company and international standards.
  • Work closely with Operations, Logistics, QSHE Teams, and external stakeholders to provide process safety guidance for acquisitions, projects, and vendor sourcing.
  • Drive the Path-to-Assurance program and set up internal site process safety assurance programs.
  • Verify engineering and technical documents for safety assurance and facilitate process hazard analysis sessions.
  • Conduct PSM training, investigations, and provide maintenance regime management advice to ensure asset integrity and functionality.
  • Identify and implement process improvement opportunities in collaboration with senior management.
  • Manage and enhance customer service, ensuring a customer-centric culture.
  • Review and address non-conformances, implementing changes for operational efficiency gains and continuous improvement.
Compliance:
  • Maintain thorough knowledge of the Integrated Management Systems, ensuring the highest safety standards and compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Adhere to the Chain of Responsibility Policy and Guidelines.
  • Uphold the conditions of the "Responsible Care" initiative and ensure correct product stewardship.
Competencies / Personal Attributes:
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong relationship-building abilities with internal and external stakeholders
  • Customer-centric and continuous improvement mindset
  • Results-oriented with a solutions-based approach
  • Agile, collaborative, and proactive problem solver
  • High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and manage complexity in a dynamic environment
  • Excellent planning, time management, and IT skills, particularly with MS Office
Qualifications / Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Process, Safety, or Mechanical Engineering
  • 5-10+ years of experience in food manufacturing or similar industries
  • Proven track record in engineering design, process controls, and project management
  • Experience in process safety management, human factors, design safety, HAC/ATEX, PHA facilitation, fire safety, hazardous materials, and DG management
  • Experience in the oil/gas/chemicals industry is an advantage
  • Understanding of batch manufacturing processes is ideally sought
If you are enthusiastic, highly motivated, and ready to take on a challenging role in a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you. Please APPLY NOW and send through your resume and covering letter outlining your relevant experience. Or for a confidential discussion please call Tharindu Domingo or Belinda Wiggins on 03 9535 9500.