Fire Protection Engineer II
- Saudi Arabia
Posted 5 days ago
About the role
About us
Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.
At Worley, we’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and can thrive is essential to our mission of delivering sustainable change. We know that diverse and inclusive cultures are safer and more innovative.
We encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and diversity characteristics and warmly encourage disabled or neurodivergent candidates to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform engineering safety studies including HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, Bow Tie Analysis, and Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) as required.
- Review engineering designs to identify potential hazards and recommend practical risk reduction measures.
- Prepare and review fire protection and fire & gas detection philosophies and related engineering documentation.
- Develop safety engineering deliverables such as Safety Design Basis, Hazardous Area Classification, Escape, Evacuation and Rescue (EER) studies, Firewater Demand Calculations, and Safety Equipment Layouts.
- Ensure compliance with international codes, industry standards, company procedures, and client specifications.
- Participate in multidisciplinary design reviews, model reviews, and project risk assessments.
- Support Process Safety Management (PSM) initiatives and ensure safety requirements are incorporated into engineering designs.
- Coordinate with process, mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation, and civil engineering disciplines to resolve safety-related issues.
- Assist in the preparation of technical reports, specifications, calculations, and engineering documentation.
- Participate in client meetings, technical discussions, and project reviews.
- Support construction, commissioning, and startup activities by providing technical safety engineering guidance when required.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in engineering practices and safety performance.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Safety, or a related discipline).
- Typically 3–7 years of experience in safety engineering within the oil & gas, petrochemical, energy, or industrial sectors.
- Experience working on EPC, FEED, or detailed engineering projects is preferred.
- Knowledge of Process Safety Management principles and risk assessment methodologies.
- Familiarity with international engineering codes and standards such as API, NFPA, IEC, ISO, OSHA, and relevant local regulations.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical report-writing skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities in a multidisciplinary project environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering software relevant to safety studies.
Moving forward together
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.
And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.