Process Safety Engineer

Reference #
33964

Posted on
04 Feb 2026

Closes on
18 Feb 2026 09:00

Location(s)
Hamilton Office, Huntly

Expertise
Engineering

Job level(s)
Experienced

Work type(s)
Permanent full-time


In the moment, for the future:

At Genesis, we’re always looking ahead - to new possibilities, smarter solutions, and a better energy future for Aotearoa New Zealand. Every role here plays a part in shaping what’s next, whether it’s through cutting-edge technology, bold thinking, or everyday excellence. If you’re driven by progress and inspired by purpose, this is your chance to be part of something remarkable. Step into a career where your actions today help power tomorrow.


What you’ll do:

This role sits at the heart of Genesis’ generation operations and plays a key part in how critical safety risks are managed across our generation portfolio. As a Process Safety Engineer, you’ll bring practical process safety expertise into the business, helping ensure risks are properly understood, owned, and controlled.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager - Technical Support, you’ll work closely with Engineering, Operations, and Maintenance teams across sites and projects. You’ll be involved early in FEED and major plant upgrades, while also staying connected to day-to-day operational risk to ensure controls remain effective in practice.

You’ll work alongside risk owners to identify credible failure modes, review the strength of existing controls, and close gaps where needed. This includes leading and supporting risk assessments, Bowtie and QRA work, control assurance activities, and contributing to how Genesis manages major hazards across people, plant, systems, and processes.


What you’ll need:

You’re an experienced engineer who is comfortable working in operational environments and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders. You take a structured, practical approach to risk and are confident providing advice and challenge when it comes to safety-critical decisions.

A degree in Process Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
5+ years’ experience in an engineering environment (process, mechanical, or electrical)
Strong working knowledge of process safety and risk management tools, including Bowties and QRA
Proven experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis (ICAM or equivalent)
Experience working in regulated environments and engaging with regulators such as WorkSafe.


How we’ll help you thrive:

At Genesis, we know that every moment matters - it’s not just about the mahi today, it’s also all the other benefits that set you up for a thriving future.

Some of our benefits include:

Southern Cross medical insurance, plus life, trauma and income protection insurances
Electricity and gas discounts and an extra 20 Power Shout hours per year
Up to 4% match on KiwiSaver contributions or 3% with our GenSaver allowance
Flexible working and leave options to support you to balance personal and professional needs
Annual wellbeing allowance, access to Best Doctors online service for you and your family and other wellbeing offerings
Career development opportunities and a supportive learning culture.


Ready to join us?

This is more than just a job - it’s your chance to be part of something meaningful. If you’re curious, capable, and care about creating a better future, don’t wait. Let’s shape what’s next, together. Join us and enjoy all that’s ahead – for your career and New Zealand’s energy future. This could be your moment,