Consultant - Process Safety Management (PSM)

Purpose Statement

We are looking for Process Safety Professionals having a strong combined background in Operations and Consulting of 20+ years’, to join our fast-growing Management Consulting business. Hands-on exposure to manufacturing operations, especially in high-hazard industries in line management, and EHS functional experience in consulting is highly desirable.

We are a dynamic organization with strong core values, and a fast-growing team with a differentiated focus on client outcomes. The incumbent is expected to be a high-energy, resourceful, analytical individual with strong communication skills and a passion for results. He / she will leverage expertise in process safety, risk management, and cultural transformation to create value for clients. The role requires working closely with subject matter experts and other dss team members to design and execute practical solutions that improve safety and operational reliability.

The person should be adept at applying risk-based and hypothesis-led approaches to identify focus areas quickly and implement effective interventions. Collaboration with project teams, clients’ leadership, and operations staff will be key to achieving the desired objectives. The consultant will also be expected to connect with our global network of experts, to design innovative safety solutions, and apply them to client situations.

With our strong and ambitious regional growth plans, this is an excellent time for passionate and skilled process safety professionals to join us. The right individuals will likely take on broader responsibilities beyond the core role, with significant opportunities for career growth within dss+.

Key Accountabilities

1. Consulting Project Delivery – Primary Focus Area

   Create value for clients by framing safety challenges, conducting risk analyses, developing interventions, and supporting execution on the ground. Apply expertise in process safety techniques (HAZOP, LOPA, SIL, QRA, etc.) to strengthen client safety systems. Lead the implementation and improvement of PSM elements such as Process Safety Information, Process Hazards Analysis, Management of Change (MOC), PSSR, Asset Integrity, and Emergency Response Planning, etc. Work with stakeholders across all levels to drive safety culture and improve operational risk control

2. Support Business Development

   Identify process safety opportunities during engagements and support business development teams in expanding client relationships

3. IP Development

   Develop differentiated perspectives, POVs, and articles on process safety to help position dss+ as a thought leader

4. People Development

   Inspire, role model, coach, and motivate team members and client stakeholders. Play an active role in developing the next generation of process safety consultants

Knowledge, Educational Qualification, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical / Mechanical highly preferred). A Master's degree in Engineering or an MBA will be an added advantage

• 20+ years of overall experience in high-hazard industries (Chemicals, Oil & Gas, Refining, Pharmaceuticals, Metals & Mining, etc.)

• Knowledge of the latest trends in PSM and Digitalization

• Significant leadership experience in Process Safety Management and / or consulting with a reputed EHS / PSM consulting firm. 20+ years of overall experience in the manufacturing industry, including:

(a). Senior leadership roles in Operations / Plant Management, leading multi-functional teams in Industry Sectors, e.g., Chemicals, Metals and Mining, Pharmaceutical, Oil & Gas, is a must

(b). Operations Risk Management (ORM) consulting or functional leadership experience, preferably with a reputed EHS Risk management consulting firm

Specifics:

Deep understanding of Process Safety Management elements, encompassing:

• Management of Change (MOC) for technology, facility, and people, PSSR (Pre-Startup Safety Review / Authorization for Startup), Asset Integrity & Reliability – knowledge of inspection, maintenance, and mechanical integrity programs, Process Safety Information (PSI) covering chemical, equipment, and process documentation, Process Hazards Analysis techniques (HAZOP, What-If, LOPA, QRA, SIL, Facility Siting). Reaction Kinetics, Thermodynamics, and Heat/Mass Transfer fundamentals relevant to process hazards

• Experience with both batch and continuous operations in design, operations, and safety reviews

• Operating Procedures & Safe Work Practices, Emergency Response & Planning, Incident Investigation, PSM Audits

• Demonstrated ability to drive safety culture transformation around mindsets and behaviours

• Skilled in analytical problem solving, with advanced Excel and data modelling capabilities

• Strong executive communication and presentation skills; PowerPoint proficiency required, Tableau or other visualization tools would be a plus

• Executive presence, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to influence and engage clients at all levels will be required

• Fluency in English, Hindi (both written and spoken) is expected + knowledge of at least 1 Regional Indian Language will be an advantage

• Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time

Note: this job description is intended to present the most important characteristics of the position at a defined point in time. It is acknowledged that duties, objectives, and job requirements may change over time. If these changes become significant, a new job description should be written