Procedure Consultant

SUMMARY:
Our client, an organisation operating within the advanced chemical processing and industrial technology sector, for an experienced and technically proficient Procedure Consultant

POSITION INFO:
The role will focus on developing, reviewing, optimising and implementing technical and operational procedures to support safe, efficient and reliable plant operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in chemical processing environments, operational procedures, process engineering and industrial plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review and optimise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Compile and maintain operating, maintenance, commissioning and shutdown procedures.
• Develop detailed technical work instructions and operational guidelines.
• Review existing plant procedures and identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide specialist technical input on chemical processing and plant operations.
• Ensure operational procedures align with engineering specifications, safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in process hazard assessments, HAZOP studies and operational risk assessments.
• Support plant commissioning, start-up, shutdown and operational readiness activities.
• Review process documentation and ensure consistency with plant design and operating philosophies.
• Identify operational risks and recommend appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
• Work closely with engineering, operations, maintenance and SHEQ teams.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence through effective procedure management.

Minimum Requirements

• BEng or BTech degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years' relevant industrial experience.
• Extensive experience within chemical processing or industrial plant environments.
• Proven track record in developing, reviewing and implementing operational procedures.
• Strong knowledge of chemical process engineering and industrial operations.
• Understanding of process safety, HAZOP, risk assessments and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in plant commissioning, start-up and process optimisation.
• Excellent technical report-writing and documentation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and engage with multidisciplinary technical teams.

Advantageous Experience

• Gas separation and purification technologies.
• Chemical separation processes.
• High-purity chemical processing.
• Industrial gas processing.
• Process control and instrumentation.
• Plant commissioning and operational readiness.
• Quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
• Development and implementation of engineering and operating philosophies.