NOV, formerly National Oilwell Varco, has become an IIRSM partner to develop and promote best practice in risk management and develop its global teams.

For more than 150 years, NOV has pioneered innovations that empower the global energy industry. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, it is a worldwide provider of equipment, technologies and expertise that enable access to the oil, gas, and renewable energies.

The company conducts operations in more than 500 locations across the world, with employees working as one team to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget to support customers’ business forward.

Derek Dixon, an HSE Director for the Eastern Hemisphere, said: “Having been an active member of IIRSM for some years now, the organisation and its members have helped me learn and grow during my own professional career journey. With this partnership, I’m confident that IIRSM will now be able to support the direct team I’m part of, but also the wider business.”

IIRSM is a UK-based professional membership organisation with a global footprint. We help individuals and organisations around the world to feel safe, supported and empowered to identify and manage risks, protecting their environments and lives.

We aim to drive the holistic evolution of risk management in organisations across the globe, educating and protecting their people through our unique communities. We work together – providing training, knowledge sharing and networks – to support risk and safety professionals.

Phillip Pearson, Chief Executive IIRSM, said: “I’m delighted that NOV have chosen to partner with IIRSM to develop their talented teams. We look forward to building a long-term relationship that will benefit both organisations as we look to ensure the embodiment of risk management skills across a range of markets.”