Operational Risk Management Consultant

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 offers the opportunity to work on high-impact transformation programmes with leading global clients.

You will take on real responsibility early, contributing to delivery while building your expertise across complex operational environments.

Why This Practice

In a complex and fast-changing environment, organisations must manage risk effectively to protect people, assets, and performance.

At dss+, we help clients embed risk-based decision making across their operations, integrating processes, technology, and culture to improve resilience.

This enables safer, more productive operations while unlocking greater value.

Your Impact at dss+

You will contribute to high-impact client engagements, working closely with project teams and clients to solve complex operational challenges across safety, operational excellence, and sustainability. You will take ownership of key workstreams, helping clients implement practical solutions that deliver measurable and lasting impact.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the delivery of consulting engagements across operational risk and safety programmes

• Lead defined workstreams and contribute to the successful execution of client projects

• Conduct behavioural safety assessments and support safety culture improvement initiatives

• Facilitate safe work practice reviews and observations

• Conduct risk assessments and critical risk reviews

• Support BowTie analysis workshops and risk management activities

• Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis processes

• Deliver Safety Observation System (SOS) activities with frontline leaders and supervisors

• Develop presentations, reports, and recommendations for client engagements

• Work directly with clients to support implementation of practical solutions

What You'll Experience at dss+

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.

Shape your Career
Accelerate your development through hands-on experience, structured learning, and opportunities to work on international projects.

Who You Are

You bring strong analytical thinking, a curious mindset, and the ability to work effectively in diverse, international environments. You are comfortable engaging with stakeholders, solving complex problems, and contributing to meaningful outcomes.

Experience

• Experience in management consulting or a relevant industry environment

• Exposure to operational excellence, operational risk, safety, or sustainability initiatives

• Experience contributing to project teams or leading defined workstreams

• Ideally 5+ years of experience within manufacturing, infrastructure, construction, industrial or high-risk environments

• Experience supporting behavioural safety and risk management initiatives

Capabilities

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multicultural environments

• Comfortable working directly with clients and stakeholders

• Adaptable and able to thrive in fast-paced project environments

• Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and BowTie analysis

• Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills

• Ability to influence behavioural change and safety performance

Education & Languages

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety, Business, or related field

• Fluency in English required

• Portuguese required

Mobility

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Growth & Benefits

We invest in your development and success through:

• Structured learning and development, including our Consulting Development Academy

• Mentorship from experienced leaders and industry experts

• Opportunities to contribute to international projects

• Competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and comprehensive benefits

• Flexible working policies

A Bit More About Us

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

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