Job Opening: Business Resilience Specialist
Location: Jubail, Saudi Arabia
Full-time | On-site

Are you a seasoned professional passionate about risk management, crisis response, and organizational continuity? An exciting opportunity is available for a Business Resilience Specialist to join a world-class operation in the energy and refining sector.

About the Role

In this critical role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive business continuity and resilience programs. You will ensure that the organization can effectively prepare for, respond to, and recover from operational disruptions. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to build robust strategies that align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve business continuity and disaster recovery plans.

• Conduct Business Impact Analyses (BIA) and risk assessments.

• Establish and maintain business continuity policies and frameworks.

• Lead post-incident reviews and implement corrective actions.

Risk Assessment & Mitigation

• Identify and assess risks that could impact operations.

• Develop mitigation strategies in collaboration with key departments.

• Ensure alignment between risk programs and corporate strategy.

Crisis Management & Incident Response

• Coordinate emergency response efforts and lead crisis management activities.

• Facilitate timely communication and decision-making during disruptions.

Training & Awareness

• Deliver training sessions and awareness programs across all departments.

• Organize drills, simulations, and workshops to build response readiness.

Compliance & Auditing

• Ensure adherence to applicable standards and regulatory frameworks.

• Conduct internal audits and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Performance Monitoring

• Track key resilience metrics and monitor program performance.

• Report program effectiveness to leadership and key stakeholders.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Law, Finance, or a related field.

• Advanced degree and professional certifications (e.g., CBCP, CRISC, CISA) preferred.

Experience:

• 5+ years in business continuity, disaster recovery, or risk management, preferably within the refining or petrochemical sector.

• Proven ability to implement risk mitigation and resilience strategies.

• Experience engaging with regulatory authorities and audit bodies.

Key Skills:

• Deep understanding of risk management, compliance, and business continuity practices.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and facilitation skills.

• Effective communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.

What Success Looks Like

• Resilient business operations with minimized downtime during incidents.

• Up-to-date continuity plans and risk assessments.

• High staff preparedness through regular training and exercises.

• Measurable improvements in audit compliance and recovery effectiveness.

If you're ready to drive operational resilience in a dynamic and technically advanced environment, apply now to make an impact where it matters most.