Overview
PART 1 : ROLE SUMMARY
The Risk Management Engineer is a strategic and operational authority responsible for embedding risk intelligence, resilience planning, and regulatory defensibility across the company\'s engineering, production, and facility operations.
This role is essential to the company\'s ability to :
- Operate safely in high-risk, regulated environments
- Scale responsibly across multiple sites and group companies
- Maintain legal defensibility under OHSA, MHSA, SAPHRA, NNR, and municipal codes
- Integrate risk governance into the Site Master File, emergency protocols, and operational SOPs
The Risk Management Engineer plays a pivotal role in enabling the company\'s license to operate, supporting its transition from outsourced risk analysis to in-house capability, and ensuring that all strategic decisions are informed by robust risk modeling and scenario planning.
Key Strategic Deliverables
Enterprise Risk IntegrationDevelop and maintain enterprise-wide risk registers across all operational zones, including isotope enrichment, laser operations, cryogenic systems, and prototype testing
Align risk frameworks with ISO 31000, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001Embed risk controls into engineering design, commissioning plans, and operational workflowsEnsure traceability, version control, and audit readiness of all risk documentationSupport strategic planning through risk-informed decision-making and predictive modelingOperational Risk OversightConduct structured risk assessments including HIRA, MHI, Hazmat, Fire, Radiation, and Environmental Impact
Validate zoning, bunding, fire resistance ratings, suppression systems, and emergency infrastructure across all sitesLead the development of risk mitigation strategies for high-hazard installations, hazardous chemical substance handling, and radiological operationsSupport readiness for SAPHRA, NNR, Department of Labour, and municipal inspectionsEnsure emergency preparedness protocols are risk-informed, site-specific, and aligned with the operational risk profilePART 2 : PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Risk Management Engineer is a strategic, legally accountable, and technically authoritative role responsible for ensuring that engineering, production, and facility operations are governed by robust risk management principles and aligned with national and international standards.
This role is central to the mission to deliver world-class isotope enrichment technologies across healthcare, nuclear energy, and industrial sectors, while maintaining operational integrity, regulatory compliance, and safety excellence in high-risk environments.
The Risk Management Engineer is tasked with developing and implementing integrated risk frameworks that support the company\'s license to operate, enable safe scaling of operations, and ensure defensibility under OHSA, MHSA, SAPHRA, NNR, and municipal codes.
Purpose-Driven Responsibilities
1. Lead Strategic Risk Governance Across OperationsDevelop and maintain enterprise-wide risk registers for all sites and group companies
Align risk management systems with ISO 31000, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001Ensure risk controls are embedded in engineering design, commissioning plans, and operational SOPsSupport strategic planning through predictive risk modeling, scenario analysis, and resilience forecastingFacilitate cross-functional integration of risk intelligence into facility design, zoning, bunding, and emergency infrastructure2. Coordinate Regulatory Engagement and Risk-Based Permit FacilitationAct as the primary liaison for risk-related engagements with SAPHRA, NNR, Department of Employment and Labour, and Municipal fire and environmental departments
Prepare and submit technically sound, outcome-based risk assessments to support hazardous chemical substance permits, Major Hazard Installation (MHI) classification, occupancy certificates, licensing and renewalsEnsure all regulatory engagements are supported by traceable, auditable, and legally defensible documentation3. Oversee Operational Risk Assessments and Emergency PreparednessConduct structured risk assessments across isotope enrichment facilities, laser operations (Class 3B and 4), cryogenic systems (LHe, LNG), R&D laboratories and prototype testing zones
Validate readiness for emergency response, fire safety compliance, and environmental risk mitigationEnsure emergency signage, suppression systems, and evacuation routes are installed, maintained, and testedSupport the development of site-specific emergency preparedness plans based on risk profiling and hazard analysisPART 3 : KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Risk Management Engineer ensures that the company\'s engineering, production, and facility operations are governed by robust, auditable, and legally defensible risk management systems. This includes :
3.1 Strategic Risk Governance and Systems Integration
Develop and maintain enterprise-wide risk registersAlign risk management systems with ISO frameworks (31000, 45001, 9001, 14001)Integrate risk controls into engineering design, commissioning plans, and operational SOPsLead scenario planning and predictive modeling for high-risk operations including isotope enrichment, hazardous chemical handling, and cryogenic systemsEnsure documentation traceability and audit readinessSupport strategic planning with resilience forecasting3.2 Operational Risk Assessment and Hazard Mitigation
Conduct HIRA, MHI, Hazmat, Fire, and Radiation risk assessmentsValidate zoning, bunding, fire systems, and emergency infrastructureDevelop risk mitigation strategies for hazardous substances, radiological operations, laser operations, and prototype testingEnsure emergency infrastructure and signage are compliant and functionalSupport environmental risk mitigation including spill response and waste managementPART 4 : SUPERVISORY AND FUNCTIONAL OVERSIGHT
4.1 Direct Supervision and Line Management
The Risk Management Engineer supervises and directs :
Risk AnalystsHSE OfficersCompliance OfficerHSREQ AdministratorFire Safety Specialist SuperintendentRegistered Occupational Hygiene Specialist (RPO)IMS Specialist4.2 Functional Oversight and Technical Integration
Leads integration of risk controls into :
Facility design and zoning plansCommissioning strategies and emergency infrastructureSOPs and emergency response protocolsEngineering reviews and project planningKey responsibilities include validating compliance of fire systems, water reticulation, evacuation routes, hazardous substance handling, internal audits, CAPA tracking, regulatory submissions, and risk-based training programs.
PART 5 : QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
5.1 Educational Background
Bachelors degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Systems, or equivalent)Postgraduate qualification in Risk Engineering, Safety Management, Process Safety, or Environmental Law (preferred)Certifications in Nuclear Engineering, Engineering Management, or Fire Protection (advantageous)Formal training in ISO 31000, ISO 45001, and ISO 140015.2 Professional Registration and Legal Competency
ECSA Registration : PrEng or PrTechEng (preferred)ISO Lead Auditor Certification (advantageous)Legal competency for OHSA, MHSA, MHI, and Hazardous Substances RegulationsFamiliarity with SAPHRA and NNR licensing5.3 Experience Requirements
810 years in risk engineering, safety management, or compliance within high-risk, regulated environments (nuclear, chemical, advanced manufacturing, mining, or energy)Proven ability in enterprise risk management, HIRA, MHI, Hazmat, and fire assessmentsExperience in regulatory submissions, permit applications, and supervising multidisciplinary teamsIntegration of risk controls into engineering design, commissioning, and operationsEmergency preparedness and resilience planning across multiple sites#J-18808-Ljbffr