Operational Continuity & Emergency Planning Specialist

Irish Water; Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Uisce Éireann is seeking an Operational Continuity and Emergency Planning Analyst to join the Asset Operations function. You will develop contingency plans, coordinate exercises, and provide guidance to Water and Wastewater teams, ensuring readiness and regulatory compliance.

The role requires at least 3 years in continuity or emergency planning, with experience in utilities. You will collaborate across internal teams and with external authorities to embed robust incident response capabilities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in Business Continuity and Emergency Management is desirable.
• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience required.
• Experience in the water, utilities or similar industries is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational contingency plans with internal and external stakeholders.
• Deliver emergency exercises and scenarios for teams and external organisations.
• Provide guidance and training on emergency and contingency plans across teams.
• Assess readiness of personnel to handle major operational emergencies and identify training needs.
• Support incident response with guidance during incidents using approved plans.
• Monitor maintenance of emergency equipment and ensure readiness.
• Audit plant and equipment for continuity and safety.

Skills

Business continuity

Emergency management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Third level qualification

Accreditation

Job description

Uisce Éireann is seeking an Operational Continuity and Emergency Planning Analyst to join the Asset Operations function. You will develop contingency plans, coordinate exercises, and provide guidance to Water and Wastewater teams, ensuring readiness and regulatory compliance.

The role requires at least 3 years in continuity or emergency planning, with experience in utilities. You will collaborate across internal teams and with external authorities to embed robust incident response capabilities.