Resilience Officer – Suffolk Fire & Rescue Service

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional fire service is seeking a Resilience Officer to join their Risk and Resilience Team. The successful candidate will develop and enhance their Business Continuity Management System, ensuring operational preparedness and resilience through collaboration with various departments. Key qualifications include a Level 5 qualification in a relevant field and certification in Business Continuity Management.

Qualifications

• Level 5 qualification in a relevant subject such as public safety or risk management.
• Evidence of professional training in emergency planning or resilience.
• Detailed understanding of the Civil Contingencies Act 2004.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the Business Continuity Management System.
• Work collaboratively with departments and external partners.
• Test and develop emergency and continuity plans.

Skills

Emergency planning

Business continuity

Risk management

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Level 5 qualification in public safety or relevant subject

Certification in Business Continuity Management (CBCI, ISO 22301)

Job description

Resilience Officer – Suffolk Fire & Rescue Service

Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service is seeking a Resilience Officer to join our Risk and Resilience Team.

In this varied role, you will play a key part in ensuring operational preparedness and resilience. Working collaboratively with various departments and external partners, you will help maintain robust business continuity and emergency response plans. You will also be part of a supportive, proactive environment committed to excellence and continuous improvement.

As the Resilience Officer, you will play a pivotal role in developing, managing, and enhancing our Business Continuity Management System (BCMS). You will work closely with managers across the service and Suffolk County Council providing subject matter expertise and guidance.

In addition, you will help maintain robust multiagency arrangements for civil contingencies and emergency response on behalf of Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service. This includes developing and testing emergency and continuity plans, as well as delivering training and exercises.

You will also contribute to the wider work of the Risk and Resilience Team as needed.

You will need

– Level 5 qualification (e.g. HNC, NVQ4, or equivalent) in a relevant subject such as public safety, risk management, emergency planning, business continuity, or resilience.
– Evidence of relevant professional training in emergency planning, resilience, or business continuity (e.g. short courses or modules from Emergency Planning College, JESIP, or equivalent).
– Certification in Business Continuity Management (e.g. CBCI, ISO 22301).
– Project or programme management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 Foundation or Practitioner).
– Detailed understanding of the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 and related legislation.
– Ability to design, deliver and facilitate training packages, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
– Excellent attention to detail, with a passion for creating and maintaining efficient and effective processes and procedures.

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