Why Join DEKRA? Your Impact, Our Purpose
At DEKRA North America, we exist to make the world a safer place – on the road, at work, and in homes worldwide. With a legacy that stretches across almost a century, DEKRA is the global leader in testing, inspection, certification, and safety‑focused consulting. Our clients span diverse industries, from heavy‑manufacturing and logistics to emerging tech sectors, all seeking to elevate safety performance and embed a culture of continuous improvement.
As a Remote Part‑Time Safety Consulting Specialist, you will become a trusted change‑agent, guiding organizations through complex safety governance transformations. Your expertise will directly reduce injuries, protect lives, and shape the future of workplace safety for some of the most forward‑thinking companies on the planet. If you thrive on influencing C‑suite leaders, coaching frontline teams, and translating safety theory into measurable results, this role offers the flexibility you need and the purpose you crave.
Key Responsibilities – Driving Safety Excellence Across Three Pillars
1. Client‑Facing Leadership & Advisory Services
- Strategic Alignment: Partner with client executives to understand their safety objectives, then tailor DEKRA’s Centerline model to fit the unique structure, culture, and regulatory landscape of each organization.
- Governance Framework Development: Design, implement, and coach effective safety governance structures that integrate seamlessly with existing business processes, ensuring accountability at every level from frontline supervisors to senior leadership.
- Workshop Delivery & Presentation: Facilitate dynamic, interactive workshops for groups of any size, translating complex safety concepts into actionable insights that resonate with diverse audiences.
- One‑on‑One Coaching: Conduct targeted field coaching sessions—both individual and small‑group—to embed best‑practice behaviors, reinforce safety leadership, and accelerate cultural change.
- Performance Tracking: Develop robust metrics dashboards, monitor progress against agreed‑upon KPIs, and adjust interventions in real time to keep client programs on track.
- Trusted Advisor Role: Build deep, lasting relationships through transparent, honest communication, delivering candid feedback even when it is difficult, thereby fostering trust and long‑term partnership.
2. Team Collaboration & Internal Excellence
- Deliverable Creation: Produce high‑quality consulting artifacts—project plans, governance templates, training materials—that empower internal peers and streamline delivery.
- Project Leadership: When leading a project team, set clear expectations, manage timelines, and ensure every consultant’s work aligns with client objectives and DEKRA’s standards of excellence.
- Feedback & Development: Provide regular, constructive performance feedback to junior consultants, recognize achievements, and identify growth opportunities to nurture talent within the practice.
- Cross‑Functional Communication: Maintain open channels of information across delivery, sales, and executive stakeholders to guarantee consistent messaging and coordinated effort.
- Escalation Management: Proactively surface success stories, risks, and insights to senior leadership, enabling rapid decision‑making and resource allocation.
3. Business Management & Growth Enablement
- Project Planning & Scheduling: Own the end‑to‑end project schedule, ensuring consultant availability aligns with deliverable deadlines and client expectations.
- Billable Hours & Forecast Accuracy: Meet or exceed assigned billable hour targets while maintaining precise monthly forecasting and utilization metrics.
- Opportunity Expansion: Identify additional safety‑related needs within existing client engagements, propose new scopes of work, and collaborate with the Project/Program Manager to secure expanded contracts.
- Brand Advocacy: Represent DEKRA professionally both internally and externally, leveraging client references to enhance market credibility and win future business.
Essential Qualifications – What We’re Looking For
- Education: Bachelor’s degree required; a master’s degree in Occupational Safety, Organizational Change, Business Administration, or a related field is highly preferred.
- Industry Experience: Minimum of 8 years of hands‑on experience in safety‑focused organizational change, industrial consulting, or senior safety operations roles.
- Certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent is mandatory; LEAN Green Belt or Black Belt is a strong plus.
- Leadership Presence: Proven ability to engage confidently with leaders at all levels—from frontline supervisors to C‑suite executives.
- Cognitive Flexibility: Demonstrated skill in navigating ambiguous client environments, rapidly synthesizing information, and delivering clear, actionable recommendations.
- Technical Fluency: Deep understanding of safety governance structures, leading‑ and lagging‑metrics design, and Safety Management System (SMS) best practices.
- Change Management Expertise: Ability to apply structured change‑management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter) to drive lasting cultural transformation.
Preferred Experience & Additional Strengths
- Experience delivering large‑scale safety programs across multiple geographic regions, including international deployments.
- Advanced knowledge of industry‑specific safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, ISO 45001, IEC standards) and ability to translate them into practical client solutions.
- Track record of leading matrixed, cross‑functional teams and fostering collaborative environments that align with DEKRA’s core values.
- Proficiency with digital collaboration tools (e.g., MS Teams, Zoom, SharePoint) and data‑visualization platforms (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau) for metric reporting.
- Fluency in multiple languages is advantageous for international client engagements.
Core Skills & Competencies for Success
- Analytical Acumen: Ability to dissect complex safety data, identify root causes, and craft evidence‑based improvement plans.
- Communication Mastery: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of delivering compelling presentations and concise reports.
- Coaching Mindset: Passion for developing others, with a talent for providing honest, constructive feedback that drives performance.
- Project Management: Solid experience with project lifecycle management, risk mitigation, and resource allocation.
- Strategic Thinking: Capacity to see the big picture, align safety initiatives with broader business objectives, and influence strategic direction.
- Adaptability: Comfort working in varied environments, including remote virtual settings, client sites, and occasional on‑site fieldwork.
Career Growth & Learning Opportunities
DEKRA is committed to nurturing talent and providing clear pathways for advancement. As a Remote Part‑Time Safety Consulting Specialist, you will have access to:
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement for advanced certifications, industry conferences, and specialized safety courses.
- Mentorship Programs: Direct mentorship from senior leaders and seasoned consultants to accelerate skill development.
- Promotion Tracks: Well‑defined progression from Consultant to Senior Consultant, then to Principal Consultant, with additional leadership tracks into practice management.
- Cross‑Functional Exposure: Opportunities to collaborate with DEKRA’s Inspection, Certification, and Engineering divisions, expanding your expertise beyond consulting.
- Innovation Labs: Participation in DEKRA’s internal safety‑innovation initiatives, contributing to cutting‑edge solutions that shape industry standards.
Work Environment & Culture – What It Means to Be a DEKRA Consultant
Our remote workforce thrives on autonomy, trust, and a shared commitment to safety excellence. You will enjoy:
- Flexibility: Choose your own work schedule within a part‑time framework, allowing you to balance professional aspirations with personal responsibilities.
- Collaborative Community: Regular virtual “coffee chats,” peer‑learning sessions, and an inclusive Slack community keep you connected to colleagues worldwide.
- Purpose‑Driven Mission: Every project contributes directly to saving lives and preventing injuries, reinforcing the meaningful impact of your everyday work.
- Diverse Teams: Work alongside professionals from varied cultural backgrounds and technical disciplines, enriching your perspective and fostering innovative problem‑solving.
- Technology Enablement: State‑of‑the‑art collaboration platforms, secure VPN access, and a stipend for home‑office equipment ensure a productive remote setup.
Compensation, Perks & Benefits
While the exact hourly rate will be aligned with your experience, expertise, and market location, DEKRA offers a competitive remuneration package ranging from $50 to $130 per hour. In addition to base compensation, you will receive:
- Performance‑based bonuses tied to successful project outcomes and client satisfaction.
- Health, dental, and vision coverage options (where applicable to remote employees).
- Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions.
- Paid time off and flexible holiday scheduling to support work‑life harmony.
- Professional liability insurance for consulting engagements.
- Access to DEKRA’s global employee assistance program, including mental‑health resources.
- Travel reimbursements for required on‑site visits, with clear policies for safety and comfort.
Application Process – Take the Next Step
We are excited to learn how your expertise can elevate safety performance for our clients. To apply, click the link below, submit your updated resume, and include a brief cover letter that highlights your most relevant safety consulting achievements.
Ready to make a lasting impact? Join DEKRA’s mission‑driven team and help shape a safer future for organizations worldwide—on your terms, with the flexibility you deserve.
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