Why This Role This role focuses on delivering high-quality outcomes through deep expertise in Serious Injury & Fatality (SIF) prevention and operational risk management. As a freelance SME, you will ...
Why This Role This role focuses on delivering high-quality outcomes through deep expertise in Serious Injury & Fatality (SIF) prevention and operational risk management. As a freelance SME, you will ...
Why This Role This role focuses on delivering high-quality outcomes through deep expertise in Serious Injury & Fatality (SIF) prevention and operational risk management. As a freelance SME, you will ...
Why This Role This role focuses on delivering high-quality outcomes through deep expertise in Serious Injury & Fatality (SIF) prevention and operational risk management. As a freelance SME, you will ...
Safety & Risk Manager
$55K - $60K/yr
Support Operational Excellence.Join the Team at zTrip zTrip, North America's largest taxi ... We're seeking an experienced and proactive Safety & Risk Manager to oversee safety initiatives ...
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Safety & Risk Manager
$55K - $60K/yr
Support Operational Excellence.Join the Team at zTrip zTrip, North America's largest taxi ... We're seeking an experienced and proactive Safety & Risk Manager to oversee safety initiatives ...
Risk Manager
Houston, TX · On-site
Has full responsibility for day to day operations of the risk management program that includes an enterprise risk approach to exposures, loss control/loss prevention activities and analysis.
Risk Manager
Houston, TX · On-site
Has full responsibility for day to day operations of the risk management program that includes an enterprise risk approach to exposures, loss control/loss prevention activities and analysis.
Has full responsibility for day to day operations of the risk management program that includes an enterprise risk approach to exposures, loss control/loss prevention activities and analysis.
Has full responsibility for day to day operations of the risk management program that includes an enterprise risk approach to exposures, loss control/loss prevention activities and analysis.
Risk Manager
Houston, TX · On-site
Partner with Team Leaders to identify, assess, and manage risk across land, construction, and warranty operations. * Work with claims, safety, design/quality assurance and warranty teams to identify ...
Risk Manager
Houston, TX · On-site
Partner with Team Leaders to identify, assess, and manage risk across land, construction, and warranty operations. * Work with claims, safety, design/quality assurance and warranty teams to identify ...
Partner with Team Leaders to identify, assess, and manage risk across land, construction, and warranty operations. * Work with claims, safety, design/quality assurance and warranty teams to identify ...
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Partner with Team Leaders to identify, assess, and manage risk across land, construction, and warranty operations. * Work with claims, safety, design/quality assurance and warranty teams to identify ...
The Manager, GRC is responsible for overseeing the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) functions within the organization. This role involves developing and implementing strategies, policies, and ...
The Manager, GRC is responsible for overseeing the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) functions within the organization. This role involves developing and implementing strategies, policies, and ...
Risk Manager
Houston, TX · On-site
Partner with Team Leaders to identify, assess, and manage risk across land, construction, and warranty operations. * Work with claims, safety, design/quality assurance and warranty teams to identify ...
Risk Manager
Houston, TX · On-site
Partner with Team Leaders to identify, assess, and manage risk across land, construction, and warranty operations. * Work with claims, safety, design/quality assurance and warranty teams to identify ...
The Manager, GRC is responsible for overseeing the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) functions within the organization. This role involves developing and implementing strategies, policies, and ...
The Manager, GRC is responsible for overseeing the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) functions within the organization. This role involves developing and implementing strategies, policies, and ...
The Manager, GRC is responsible for overseeing the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) functions within the organization. This role involves developing and implementing strategies, policies, and ...
The Manager, GRC is responsible for overseeing the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) functions within the organization. This role involves developing and implementing strategies, policies, and ...
The Manager, GRC is responsible for overseeing the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) functions within the organization. This role involves developing and implementing strategies, policies, and ...
The Manager, GRC is responsible for overseeing the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) functions within the organization. This role involves developing and implementing strategies, policies, and ...
Lead and manage the organization's vendor lifecycle management program from supplier onboarding ... Financial and Operational Risk Assessment * Performance Measurement and KPI Development * Audit and ...
Lead and manage the organization's vendor lifecycle management program from supplier onboarding ... Financial and Operational Risk Assessment * Performance Measurement and KPI Development * Audit and ...
Manager, Supplier Management
Houston, TX · On-site
Lead and manage the organization's vendor lifecycle management program from supplier onboarding ... Financial and Operational Risk Assessment * Performance Measurement and KPI Development * Audit and ...
Manager, Supplier Management
Houston, TX · On-site
Lead and manage the organization's vendor lifecycle management program from supplier onboarding ... Financial and Operational Risk Assessment * Performance Measurement and KPI Development * Audit and ...
Partner effectively with specialized teams across the enterprise-including Operational Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management, Compliance, Business Risk Offices, Information Technology, Internal ...
Partner effectively with specialized teams across the enterprise-including Operational Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management, Compliance, Business Risk Offices, Information Technology, Internal ...
Partner effectively with specialized teams across the enterprise-including Operational Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management, Compliance, Business Risk Offices, Information Technology, Internal ...
Partner effectively with specialized teams across the enterprise-including Operational Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management, Compliance, Business Risk Offices, Information Technology, Internal ...
Cybersecurity Risk Manager
Houston, TX · On-site +1
$70K - $140K/yr
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Audit, Compliance, Risk Management or Operational Risk. * In ... lieu of a Bachelor's degree 4 additional years of segment-specific or risk related experience may ...
Cybersecurity Risk Manager
Houston, TX · On-site +1
$70K - $140K/yr
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Audit, Compliance, Risk Management or Operational Risk. * In ... lieu of a Bachelor's degree 4 additional years of segment-specific or risk related experience may ...
DEPADM The Opportunity The Project Risk Manager supports execution of the PMO's project risk ... Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field. * 5-7 years ...
DEPADM The Opportunity The Project Risk Manager supports execution of the PMO's project risk ... Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field. * 5-7 years ...
Financial Risk Manager
Houston, TX · On-site
Learn how to identify, evaluate, and prioritize business, operational, regulatory, and technology ... Credit Risk, Liquidity Risk, Market Risk, Capital Management/Stress Testing * Knowledge of ...
Financial Risk Manager
Houston, TX · On-site
Learn how to identify, evaluate, and prioritize business, operational, regulatory, and technology ... Credit Risk, Liquidity Risk, Market Risk, Capital Management/Stress Testing * Knowledge of ...
... operational and financial risks ... They integrate risk management into strategic and change management initiatives, ensuring alignment ...
... operational and financial risks ... They integrate risk management into strategic and change management initiatives, ensuring alignment ...
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Job description
About dss+
At dss+, you don't just deliver projects - you help save lives, improve performance, and build a more sustainable future.
We are a purpose-led global consultancy partnering with organisations in high-risk and asset-intensive industries to solve complex operational challenges across safety, operational excellence, and sustainability.
With a heritage rooted in DuPont's industrial operations, we combine deep expertise, practical problem-solving, and digital innovation to deliver measurable and lasting impact for our clients.
Why This Role
This role focuses on delivering high-quality outcomes through deep expertise in Serious Injury & Fatality (SIF) prevention and operational risk management.
As a freelance SME, you will bring immediate, high-value expertise into client engagements-supporting SIF prevention programmes and helping organisations reduce critical risks and improve safety performance at pace.
Your Impact at dss+
You will lead and support SIF prevention engagements, embedding quickly into client environments and operating with a high degree of autonomy to deliver measurable results.
Key Accountabilities
Deliver on our Purpose
Be part of a values-led organisation where your work helps save lives, improve performance, and advance sustainability for our clients and their people.
Develop your Trusted Expertise
Gain early autonomy and real accountability, working closely with senior clients on complex, high-impact challenges.
Thrive in a Culture of Respect
Join an inclusive and collaborative environment where your voice is valued, your curiosity is encouraged, and your wellbeing is supported.
#LI-PF1
Who You Are
You bring strong analytical thinking, a proactive mindset, and the ability to operate effectively in complex, international environments. You are comfortable engaging stakeholders, influencing decision-making, and delivering practical, high-impact solutions.
You are an experienced SIF and operational risk expert, with the ability to operate independently, embed quickly into client teams, and deliver results from day one. You are either an established independent consultant or available for contract-based assignments.
Experience
Technical Expertise
Capabilities
Education & Certifications
Mobility
We offer:
We are implementers and change-makers. Our teams work from the boardroom to the shop floor, helping organisations build resilience, improve performance, and sustain results over time.
Our expertise spans industries including metals and mining, energy, chemicals, manufacturing, and private equity - combining deep operational knowledge with transformation and capability-building expertise.
Diversity & Inclusion
dss+ is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is respected, valued, and able to contribute fully.
We believe diversity strengthens our organisation and drives better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve.
At dss+, you don't just deliver projects - you help save lives, improve performance, and build a more sustainable future.
We are a purpose-led global consultancy partnering with organisations in high-risk and asset-intensive industries to solve complex operational challenges across safety, operational excellence, and sustainability.
With a heritage rooted in DuPont's industrial operations, we combine deep expertise, practical problem-solving, and digital innovation to deliver measurable and lasting impact for our clients.
Why This Role
This role focuses on delivering high-quality outcomes through deep expertise in Serious Injury & Fatality (SIF) prevention and operational risk management.
As a freelance SME, you will bring immediate, high-value expertise into client engagements-supporting SIF prevention programmes and helping organisations reduce critical risks and improve safety performance at pace.
Your Impact at dss+
You will lead and support SIF prevention engagements, embedding quickly into client environments and operating with a high degree of autonomy to deliver measurable results.
Key Accountabilities
- Lead and deliver SIF prevention programmes, applying dss+ methodologies to improve safety performance
- Engage stakeholders at all levels, from executives to frontline teams
- Identify and define critical SIF risks, precursors, and improvement opportunities
- Design and implement processes to control and mitigate SIF risks
- Deliver sustainable improvements through coaching, implementation, and capability building
- Facilitate assessments, workshops, and interventions across operational risk and safety programmes
- Contribute to wider transformation programmes as part of multidisciplinary dss+ teams
- Support the development and refinement of SIF methodologies, tools, and assets
Deliver on our Purpose
Be part of a values-led organisation where your work helps save lives, improve performance, and advance sustainability for our clients and their people.
Develop your Trusted Expertise
Gain early autonomy and real accountability, working closely with senior clients on complex, high-impact challenges.
Thrive in a Culture of Respect
Join an inclusive and collaborative environment where your voice is valued, your curiosity is encouraged, and your wellbeing is supported.
#LI-PF1
Who You Are
You bring strong analytical thinking, a proactive mindset, and the ability to operate effectively in complex, international environments. You are comfortable engaging stakeholders, influencing decision-making, and delivering practical, high-impact solutions.
You are an experienced SIF and operational risk expert, with the ability to operate independently, embed quickly into client teams, and deliver results from day one. You are either an established independent consultant or available for contract-based assignments.
Experience
- 10+ years' experience in safety, operational risk, or EHS within industry or consulting
- Minimum 5 years' experience working specifically on SIF prevention programmes
- Proven experience influencing stakeholders across all organisational levels
- Experience delivering safety transformation or risk reduction initiatives in asset-intensive industries
- Strong project or programme delivery experience
Technical Expertise
- Strong understanding of SIF concepts including SIF precursors, risk situations, and decision logic
- Experience with essential safety processes such as:
- Life-Saving Rules implementation
- Root Cause Analysis
- Corrective and Preventive Actions (Hierarchy of Controls)
- EHS performance metrics and dashboards
- Familiarity with operational risk methodologies and frameworks
Capabilities
- Strong coaching, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to influence senior leaders and drive behavioural change
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
- Ability to translate complex risk concepts into actionable solutions
Education & Certifications
- Degree in Safety, Engineering, Risk Management, or related discipline
- Professional certifications (e.g. CSP, CIH) advantageous
Mobility
- Willingness to travel globally (approximately 60-70%)
- Availability for freelance/contract-based engagements
We offer:
- Opportunities to contribute to high-impact, global safety transformation programmes
- Collaboration with experienced consultants and industry experts
- Exposure to complex operational environments across industries
- Flexible, project-based working arrangements aligned to freelance delivery
- Access to leading methodologies, tools, and expert networks
We are implementers and change-makers. Our teams work from the boardroom to the shop floor, helping organisations build resilience, improve performance, and sustain results over time.
Our expertise spans industries including metals and mining, energy, chemicals, manufacturing, and private equity - combining deep operational knowledge with transformation and capability-building expertise.
Diversity & Inclusion
dss+ is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is respected, valued, and able to contribute fully.
We believe diversity strengthens our organisation and drives better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve.