Senior Manager – Process Safety

About the role

The Senior Manager – Process Safety will lead the governance of Process Safety Management (PSM) across a large copper manufacturing complex. The role ensures safe, reliable and compliant plant operations by applying structured risk management, assurance and capability‑building interventions. You will work closely with operations, maintenance, projects and SHE teams to embed robust PSM practices and drive a Zero Harm culture.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and continuously improve PSM governance for smelting, refining, utilities, acid plant, oxygen plant, PMR and downstream operations.
• Identify, assess, mitigate and monitor process safety risks throughout the plant lifecycle.
• Lead hazard analyses, HAZOP studies and risk assessments for new and existing processes.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance and project teams to ensure safety requirements are integrated into all activities.
• Provide assurance reviews, audits and performance metrics to track and improve process safety performance.
• Support incident investigations and drive corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Required profile

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in process safety management within heavy industrial or metal manufacturing environments.
• Proven track record of leading safety governance and risk management programs.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, EPA, local standards).
• Ability to influence cross‑functional teams and promote a safety‑first culture.

Required skills

• Process Safety Management (PSM)
• Hazard Identification and HAZOP studies
• Risk Assessment and mitigation
• Incident Investigation and root‑cause analysis
• Regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA)