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 Operational Risk Management and Safety.
You will play a key role in leading technical workstreams, applying your knowledge to solve complex challenges and support client impact.
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 lead specialist workstreams within complex client engagements, applying deep expertise to solve operational and technical challenges. Working closely with clients and project teams, you will help organisations strengthen capability, improve performance, and deliver sustainable operational improvements.
Key Accountabilities
Lead technical or specialist workstreams within consulting engagements
Provide subject matter expertise across Operational Risk Management initiatives
Lead Critical Risk Management programmes and assessments
Facilitate BowTie workshops and major risk identification exercises
Support the design and implementation of operational improvement solutions
Facilitate workshops, assessments, and stakeholder discussions with clients
Analyse operational risks, systems, and performance improvement opportunities
Advise client leaders on safety leadership, risk governance, and risk-based decision making
Mentor and support junior consultants and project teams
Contribute to capability development, methodologies, and knowledge sharing across dss+
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 industrial operations environments
Deep expertise in Operational Risk Management and Safety
Experience leading workstreams and delivering complex client engagements
Knowledge of operational challenges within asset-intensive industries
Extensive experience within manufacturing, infrastructure, construction or heavy industrial environments
Experience leading safety transformation and critical risk management initiatives
Significant experience engaging senior operational and executive stakeholders
Capabilities
Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving capability
Ability to lead workshops, assessments, and stakeholder discussions
Strong communication and client engagement skills
Comfortable guiding teams and contributing to capability development
Advanced knowledge of BowTie methodology and Critical Risk Management
Ability to influence leadership teams and drive behavioural change
Strong technical understanding of operational and process safety risks
Education & Languages
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
Safety Engineering qualification strongly preferred
Fluency in English required
Portuguese required
Mobility
Willingness to travel 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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