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Process Safety Manager
Process Safety Manager
Role Title Process Safety Manager
Company ITM Power
Location Sheffield
Application Instructions Direct Applications Only – No agency applicants at this time
About ITM Power
ITM is leading the green hydrogen industry, designing and manufacturing advanced PEM electrolysers key to global decarbonisation.
ITM’s Journey & Growth
- Founded in 2000, ITM Power PLC was one of the first UK green hydrogen companies listed on the AIM market (London Stock Exchange).
- Based in the UK, ITM operates the world’s first largest PEM Gigafactory (manufacturing, R&D, and aftersales).
- ITM Power Germany supports regional functions (business development, engineering) with aftersales and rapid stack deployment capabilities.
Innovation & Impact
ITM’s PEM electrolysers are deployed in large-scale green hydrogen projects, driving cost-effective, sustainable solutions.
About the Role
Product Safety & Compliance & Validation ensures ITM’s electrolyser portfolio meets compliance, functional safety, validation, and testing standards for real-world deployment.
Key Responsibilities
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Technical Safety Leadership
- Act as the Technical Safety Authority, overseeing HAZID, HAZOP, and LOPA studies (analysis, close-out, and MOC management).
- Develop ALARP (As Low As Reasonably Practicable) principles and calculations for LOPA assessments.
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Risk Assessment
- Lead Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) activities including:
- HAZID, HAZOP, and LOPA, with accountability for progress tracking and action closure (including LOPA close-out chairing).
- Support creation of Basis of Safety documentation.
- Lead Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) activities including:
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Technical Standards & Compliance
- Expertise in IEC 61508 (Functional Safety) and IEC 61511 across all design stages (analysis, design, implementation, operation, maintenance).
- Lead development of a Functional Safety Management (FSM) plan (stages 1–5).
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Team Leadership
- Manage and mentor a small team of safety engineers.
- Conduct 6-monthly training and competency reviews of the Product Safety Team.
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Safety Framework Development
- Build and implement process safety management frameworks.
- Draft/review Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) proof test procedures.
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Risk Analysis & SIL Calculations
- Proficient in Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA), including Safety Integrity Level (SIL) verification through RBDs (Reliability Block Diagrams) and FTA (Fault Tree Analysis).
- Improve cross-functional awareness of process/functional safety via training, guidance, and mentoring to Design, Engineering, and Testing teams.
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Stakeholder Liaison
- Engage with customers and regulators as necessary.
About You
Knowledge & Experience
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Education Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemical, Electrical, or related engineering (Chartered status or pursuing membership in recognised organisations like IChemE).
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Industry Expertise
- Minimum 5 years as a Process/Functional Safety Engineer in hydrogen, chemicals, or industrial gases.
- Certified Functional Safety Expert (e.g., TÜV FS Engineer; advantageous).
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Study & Regulation Experience
- Certified/experienced in managing safety studies (including HAZOP/LOPA chairing).
- Gas expertise (hydrogen/oxygen hazard interpretation).
- Knowledge of explosive atmospheres (IEC 60079, ATEX/DSEAR).
- Fluency in hazardous area classification (tools like Phast, Quadvent).
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Legal & Compliance
- Familiarity with UK/EU safety/compliance regulations.
- Experience with TECAD directives, ATEX equipment, and DSEAR/DSEAR safety cases.
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Technical & Certification Requirements
- Certified Functional Safety Engineer.
- ISO 22734 electrolyser standard knowledge (advantageous).
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- Work Environment
- Experience in QMS (ISO 9001/ISO 45001) and matrix organisations.
- Project execution experience; ability to deliver cross-functional projects on time.
Skills & Abilities
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Technical Proficiencies
- Skills in RBDs (Reliability Block Diagrams), FTA (Fault Tree Analysis).
- Hands-on SIL verification calculations.
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Soft Skills & Leadership
- Strong ** organisational skills**, time management, good written/verbal communication.
- Ability to work under tight/deadlines, prioritise tasks, and influence colleagues to meet deadlines.
- Invigorating leadership to train, mentor, and work with executives/stakeholders.
What ITM Offers
Job Content
- Contribute to cutting-edge green hydrogen technology in a dynamic industry shaping future energy systems.
- Work within a collaborative team committed to global net-zero.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary + contributory pension.
- 25 days paid holiday.
- Additional benefits include:
- Buy as You Earn (BAYE) share scheme.
- Birthday holiday.
- Holiday Purchase Scheme.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Lifestyle Discounts.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Health Cash Plan.
- Eye Care.
- Gym Scheme.
- Life assurance.
- Electrical Vehicle (EV) Car Leasing.
- Enhanced Parental Leave.
- Motor/Savant Schemes (Car Discounting).
- Free onsite EV charging.
Career Growth
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect, fostering an environment where employees grow and thrive.
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Apply directly if interested. ITM Power embraces equal opportunity and diversity, welcoming commitments to a creative and supportive workplace.
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