The Emergency Response Manager is responsible for responding, overseeing and coordinating all emergency response activities, including managing response teams and developing emergency response plans
Job Summary
The Emergency Response Manager is responsible for responding, overseeing and coordinating all emergency response activities, including managing response teams and developing emergency response plans.
This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations and working closely with local authorities, clients, and internal teams for effective response to environmental emergencies.
The position requires the ability to travel at a moment’s notice, work independently with minimal supervision, and make decisions in a rapidly changing environment, including overnight travel and outdoor work in challenging locations.
Matching Summary
The Emergency Response Manager is responsible for responding, overseeing and coordinating all emergency response activities, including managing response teams and developing emergency response plans.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Emergency Response Planning
Team Management
Incident Management
Regulatory Compliance
Stakeholder Communication
Hazardous materials and waste management
Nice-to-have
Calm decision-making under pressure
Proficiency in emergency response software
Develop and deliver training programs
Work outdoors in all weather
Proximity to waterways
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management
5 years of experience in emergency response
IAEM Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or ability to obtain