Risk Quality and Sustainability Specialist

The Risk Quality and Sustainability Specialist at Semirara Mining and Power Corporation in Makati City focuses on risk management, business continuity, and incident reporting. Responsibilities include KRI monitoring, risk maturity audits, and stakeholder coordination. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in mining or power plant operations, along with risk management knowledge. The role may require working at remote sites for extended periods.
Job Purpose & Summary The Risk Quality and Sustainability Specialist role involves conducting facilitation activities such as risk and control self-assessment, key risk indicator (KRI) monitoring, and incident management reporting. The position supports the organization through business impact analysis, business continuity plan (BCP) testing, risk treatment audits, and site Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) maturity assessments. The specialist must be comfortable with technology-centric innovation, data-driven insights, and interpersonal engagement, while being prepared to work at remote or isolated sites for extended periods.


Key Accountabilities
1. Risk and Business Continuity Management

Ensure top business and enterprise risks are managed with clear strategies to enhance treatment methods
Conduct bi-annual KRI monitoring and reporting for assigned sites to ensure thresholds are not breached
Maintain the relevance of risk assessments through periodic reviews, strategic SWOT analyses, and regular risk assessment workshops
Develop and recommend strategies for high-impact risk scenarios, including the annual review of Business Impact Analysis (BIA) reports
Maintain and test site-specific Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) plans

2. Risk Maturity and Audit Performance

Evaluate organizational risk maturity through surveys and audits to achieve desired maturity levels
Conduct audits for the appropriateness and comprehensiveness of risk management practices
Track the progress of action plans monthly to enhance risk maturity for assigned sites
Audit the effectiveness of risk and opportunity assessment treatments and controls at least once a year

3. Incident Investigation and Quality Implementation

Execute risk assessment procedures using frameworks such as ISO 31000, ISO 31010, HAZOP, and HIRAC
Execute incident management policies and procedures based on industry best practices
Conduct root cause analysis using tools like FMEA, 5Why, Fishbone, or ICAM to identify and correct issues

4. Stakeholder Coordination and Innovation

Collaborate with Site Top Management and process owners to coordinate risk strategies and reporting
Stay abreast of industry best practices to adapt technology-centric innovations to specific areas of assignment
Gather and submit data to Corporate Communications annually for reporting purposes

Job Qualifications

Education
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At least a Bachelor of Science degree; preferably an Engineering degree

Work Experience
At least 2 years of experience in surface mining and/or power plant operations

At least 1 year of experience in a risk management-related function (e.g., Safety, ISO Management Systems Audit, or Implementation)

At least 1 year of IMS Internal Audit experience

Licenses/Certifications
Preferred relevant government license or professional certification

Specific Knowledge/Training
Preferred training in Risk Management or Business Continuity Management awareness

ISO management systems standard awareness and Project Management training

Proficiency in Root Cause Analysis, Problem-Solving tools, and Risk Assessment methods

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Training is preferred