Process Safety Placement Student (12-Month Placement)
Location: Royston, UK (On Site)
June/July 2027 Start for 12 Months Placement
At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Process Safety Placement Student, you'll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry, you'll help tackle the world's biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern life and supporting life-saving technologies - by applying, refining and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.
The role
- Supporting the implementation of Process Safety Management strategies at the Royston site.
- Assisting with process safety activities and gaining exposure to HAZOP and LoPA methodologies.
- Helping maintain process safety registers and supporting key safety documentation.
- Supporting completion of actions arising from hazard studies and audits.
- Contributing to engineering standards and process hazard analysis programmes.
- Promoting process safety awareness across site teams.
Key skills that will help you succeed in this role
- Currently studying towards a Chemical Engineering degree with an expected 2:2 or above.
- Interest in gaining practical experience within a manufacturing or process environment.
- Strong technical aptitude and interest in process safety and risk management.
- Ability to take ownership of tasks and work collaboratively.
- Good communication skills and stakeholder engagement capability.
- Curious, proactive and motivated to learn. Even if you only match some of the skills, we would love to hear from you to discuss further!
What we offer
We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees' financial and physical wellbeing, such as:
- Competitive retirement savings
- Company matched Share Incentive Plan
- Life Assurance, Income Protection and Critical Illness
- Medical plans/health assessments
- Retailer and Wellbeing discounts
- Competitive annual incentive plan
At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.
For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact (url removed).
Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks; early application is advised.
Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief
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Process Safety in Royston employer: Johnson Matthey Plc
Johnson Matthey Plc is an excellent employer located in Brimsdown, UK, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises collaboration and accuracy. With hybrid working options and a comprehensive benefits package, employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills while contributing to meaningful sustainable technologies. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values your contributions and supports your professional journey.
