Emergency Planning & Business Continuity Officer

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Emergency Planning & Business Continuity Officer

Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer
Full Time – 37 hours per week
Grade - 5 , ( SCP 17-21 )- Starting Salary - £31,022 - SCP 17

Fixed Term - 12 months

Are you a strategic thinker, a confident communicator, or someone who thrives in fast-paced situations? Whether your background is in project management, operations, health & safety, or community services, your skills could be exactly what we need.

Castle Point Borough Council is seeking a proactive and adaptable Emergency Planning & Business Continuity Officer to help strengthen our resilience and safeguard the wellbeing of our residents. This is more than a job, it’s a chance to lead, collaborate, and make a meaningful difference.

What You’ll Be Doing

As part of our dynamic team, you’ll:

• Develop and maintain emergency and continuity plans aligned with the Civil Contingencies Act 2004
• Work across departments to identify critical functions and ensure operational resilience
• Support the delivery of engaging training and exercises to prepare staff and partners for real-world emergencies
• Contribute to risk assessments and mitigation strategies to protect our community
• Keep policies current and compliant with legislation and best practice
• Build strong relationships with external partners, voluntary agencies, and supply chains
• Participate in debriefs and embed lessons learned into future planning
• Stay up to date with guidance from professional bodies like the Business Continuity Institute (BCI)
• Support the management of emergency planning resources and equipment

What You Might Already Bring

We welcome candidates with experience in:

• Emergency Planning or Business Continuity
• Project or Operations Management
• Health & Safety or Risk Assessment
• Training Delivery or Stakeholder Engagement
• Crisis Communication or Incident Response

If you’ve worked in high-pressure environments, led cross-functional teams, or developed plans and procedures, your experience is highly relevant.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• A solid understanding of emergency management principles and the Civil Contingencies Act
• Experience working with external agencies and delivering training
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise critical workloads
• A flexible, values-driven approach to work

Qualifications

A relevant qualification in Emergency Planning, Business Continuity, or a related field is idea, but equivalent experience will absolutely be considered.

What You’ll Get

• FREE Gym membership to support your wellbeing
• 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Competitive salary and generous pension contribution
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle
• A supportive, forward-thinking team that values your growth

If you’re passionate about public service and ready to apply your skills in a high-impact role, we’d love to hear from you.

Let’s build a safer, stronger Castle Point, together.

Related Documents

• PRIVACY NOTICE FOR EMPLOYEES 2025.pdf (238kb)
• Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer - JD.pdf (156kb)

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