JOB DESCRIPTION
As an Emergency Management Specialist, you will be responsible for training employees for roles in the EOC and ERT and ensuring compliance with emergency management requirements. Our ideal candidate will be knowledgeable about disaster management, risk assessment and emergency response procedures, with excellent leadership and decision-making abilities. This role is extremely dynamic in nature, and requires significant relationship building across all of ISI, as well as numerous external agencies/sources.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and develop procedures and emergency management plans for response to and recovery from emergencies and disasters.
• Establish and maintain site Emergency Operations Center including training /onboarding of core members
• Plan, coordinate and conduct exercises and drills to test the effectiveness of emergency management plans and procedures
• Prepare and present reports on emergency preparedness and response activities, which include recommendations for improvement
• Work with safety and environment resources to ensure regulatory requirements are met through compliance documentation and exercises
• Inspect facilities and equipment used in emergency management operations to ensure they are working properly
• Provide direct leadership/mentorship, for Emergency Response Team (ERT) including recruitment and coordination of training for members.
• Promote and coordinate cross-agency Confined Space rescue and Working at Height Rescue Training with external responding agencies (HRFE and CFB Halifax Fire).

QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination of education and relevant work experience will be considered
• Certification in Disaster and Emergency Management is an asset
• Previous Roles or experience in an Emergency Operations Center would be considered an asset
• Proven experience as an Emergency Management Specialist or similar role
• Knowledge of disaster management and emergency response procedures
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
• Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly in emergency situations
• Strong decision-making and leadership skills

ABOUT US
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.
By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.
At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.
We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.