Senior process engineer

Location: Saltend Chemicals Park, Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU12 8DS About the Role: As a Senior Process Engineer, you will be integral to our operations, ensuring short-term targets are met regarding safety, throughput, yield, quality, and cost. You #39;ll apply your technical expertise to optimize plant performance, drive efficiency improvements, and mentor our operations team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and challenging environment. Key Responsibilities: Establish effective measurement tools and track performance indicators. Collaborate with production teams and network with engineers to optimize plant operations. Translate business needs into production optimization goals. Lead improvement projects and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Analyze plant data to identify and address constraints. Lead investigations for incidents and participate in hazard identification activities. Line management of production engineers. Candidate Requirements: Bachelor or Master #39;s degree in Chemical or Process Engineering. Over 5 years of experience supporting large-scale high-hazard plant operations. Knowledge of COMAH regulations is advantageous. Proficiency in Root Cause investigation methodologies, Lean manufacturing principles, and Continuous Improvement methodology. Strong technical knowledge of chemical engineering principles. Experience with automated process control systems. Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to deliver program improvements. Personal Attributes: Excellent communication skills and ability to engage effectively at all levels. Results-oriented with a focus on safety, high standards, and commercial success. A natural leader who maintains high personal standards and fairness. Motivated to gain a deep technical understanding of plant operations. Commercially aware with a drive to challenge and drive efficiencies. With over 90 years #39; combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world #39;s leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil Gas, Power Renewables, Chemicals, Construction Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients