Process Safety - Student Placement

Chemical, Process.

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.

We are Johnson Matthey
The world's leading energy, chemical and automotive companies depend on us to help them decarbonise, reduce harmful emissions and achieve their sustainability goals.

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

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

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 GlobalRecruit@matthey.com

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks; early application is advised.

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  • Deadline
    November 21st, 2026
  • Starting
    June/July 2027
  • Salary
    Competitive + benefits
  • Degree required
    2:2 and above (expected)
  • Duration
    12 months
  • Location
    Royston (Hertfordshire)
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  • Chemical/Process
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