About this role
We are seeking a Lead Process Engineer to represent the Company in driving high-integrity process design, hydraulic optimization, and commissioning across bulk liquid and petroleum storage facilities. The Tech Stack Deep-Dive Core Systems & Fluid Hydraulics Must-Haves: Petroleum storage & transfer systems, pumping hydraulics, tank farm operations, product handling, vapor management, metering, and plant utilities. Nice-to-Haves: Bulk liquid handling, pipeline systems, and port/marine terminal integration. Safety, Risk & Deliverables Must-Haves: P&ID development, cause-and-effect matrix reviews, operating philosophies, HAZOP, HAZID, and Management of Change (MOC). Nice-to-Haves: SIL/LOPA studies and direct participation in pre-commissioning/commissioning procedures. Standards, Codes & Governance Must-Haves: API, ASME, NFPA, IEC, ISO, SANS, and local statutory safety requirements. Nice-to-Haves: Professional registration with ECSA (or eligibility) and previous Owner’s Team / PMC execution experience in South Africa. Key Responsibilities (Keep it brief) EPC Deliverable Assurance: Review, challenge, and approve EPC contractor engineering packages, ensuring alignment with project design basis and statutory requirements. Process Safety Leadership: Lead and participate in risk assessments including HAZOP, HAZID, and SIL/LOPA studies, ensuring all process safety action items are resolved prior to commissioning. Field Commissioning & Handover: Witness onsite hydraulic testing, support commissioning and start-up activities, and verify final handover documentation for operations.