Principal Environmental Risk Consultant

About the Role

ATG are seeking an experienced Principal Risk Consultant to join a Risk & Safety team in Ireland. This is a senior-level role, responsible for leading projects and providing expert guidance in COMAH compliance, HAZOP studies, and wider process safety management across high-hazard industries.

The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to clients, delivering high-quality risk consultancy services, shaping best practice, and mentoring junior consultants.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver COMAH (Control of Major Accident Hazards) regulatory compliance projects, including safety report preparation and updates.
• Facilitate and lead HAZOPs, LOPAs, and other process safety reviews, ensuring robust identification and assessment of risks.
• Advise clients on major accident hazard management, safety cases, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Provide strategic consulting on process safety management systems (PSMS) and compliance with Irish and EU regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a technical authority in process risk consultancy.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring deliverables are completed to scope, time, and budget.
• Mentor and support junior consultants, sharing technical expertise and fostering career development.
• Contribute to business development by preparing proposals, attending client meetings, and supporting thought leadership initiatives.

Key Requirements

• Degree (or higher) in Chemical Engineering, Process Safety, or a related discipline.
• Significant consultancy and/or industrial experience in high-hazard industries (chemicals, energy, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, etc.).
• Proven expertise in COMAH compliance projects and preparation of safety reports.
• Extensive experience in leading and facilitating HAZOP studies (HAZID, LOPA experience desirable).
• Strong knowledge of EU Seveso III Directive and Irish Health & Safety Authority (HSA) requirements.
• Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent professional accreditation) preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client engagement skills.
• Strong report writing, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid options available).
• Professional development and support with chartership/CPD.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, safety-critical projects across Ireland and Europe.
• A collaborative, inclusive culture with a strong emphasis on technical excellence.