Operational Risk Advisor

To provide coordination in the implementation and execution of the operational risk management process at mining and process operations and reporting on these activities.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Risk Management

• Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of the ORM with specific focus on Baseline and Issue- based risk management activities.
• Oversee effective execution of the four ORM layers of risk management at the operation:
  • Baseline Risk Management
  • Issue‑based risk management
  • Task risk management
  • Continuous risk management
• Co-ordinate ORM execution in line with the integrated risk management processes, systems, standards, and procedures.
• Support implementation, adoption, and sustainability of the ORM digital platform.

Programme Planning & Governance

• Assist in delivering the annual ORM programme, ensuring alignment with operational targets and key results.
• Conduct monthly assessments of operational risk performance and prepare status reports for Senior Leadership Teams (SLT) and operational risk role‑holders.
• Support action planning to address deviations or emerging risk concerns.

Capability Building & Stakeholder Support

• Strengthen operational and contractor capability through planned ORM training, coaching, and formal capacity‑building programmes.
• Provide risk‑based advisory input to enhance integration of ORM into operational practices, including:
  • Operational Model
  • Learning and incident investigation
  • Assurance activities
  • Critical control verification

Technical Contribution

• Provide specialist insight to support the management of material risks and improve leading practices across mining, processing, engineering, and related functions.

The successful candidate will report to Section Manager: Operational Risk