Senior Specialist Emergency & Crises Management

Job Title: Senior Specialist Emergency & Crises Management

Stream: Operated Assts

Function: HSSE - HSE Support – Emergency & Crises Management

Location: HO - Oman

Budget control: *OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant*

Reporting to: Manager- Emergency and Crisis Management

Job purpose

To support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization’s Emergency and Crisis Management framework in alignment with the QHSSE vision and regulatory requirements. The role strengthens emergency preparedness and response capability across all assets through effective planning, risk assessment, coordination of drills and exercises, and integration of emergency response requirements into operational activities. The position provides technical expertise in emergency response planning, incident and crisis coordination, business continuity, and command and control structures, while engaging with internal stakeholders, authorities, and response partners to ensure organizational readiness and resilience.

The position will act in accordance with the OQEP’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, QHSE & Energy Management System requirements standards, Omani’s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Emergency Preparedness & Planning, Support the development, maintenance, and the updating Emergency & Crisis Management plans, procedures, and other supporting documents (e.g., MERP, escalation criteria, ICS roles).
• Identify and assess credible and worst case emergency and crisis scenarios at the asset level.
• Emergency Response, Serve as a key operational member supporting all levels of emergency management.
• Support activation and setup of ICP/EOC/UCC facilities during emergency escalation.
• Support day-to-day operations in fire, emergency and crisis management to ensure continuity of work.
• Crisis Management Support, Provide operational and technical support to the Emergency Management Team (EMT) during Level 2 emergencies and facilitate escalation to Level 3 if required.
• Support senior leadership (CMT/ELT) with analysis, communication flow, decision making data, and situational updates.
• Operational Readiness Assurance, Ensure all emergency response resources (equipment, systems, teams) are tracked, maintained, tested, and ready for deployment.
• Conduct site readiness checks and follow ups on gaps identified in emergency infrastructure, equipment, and response systems.
• Evaluate information to determine compliance with standards (NFPA and associated Standards) by using relevant information and individual judgment and interpretation to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Training, Exercises & Competence Development, Organize and participate in emergency drills, simulations, and multi-agency exercises.
• Ensure ICS competency and role clarity through training and workshops.
• Review and recommend external strategic crisis management training programs.
• Emergency Communication & Reporting, ensure timely notification of incidents, emergencies, and crises to all required internal and external entities, including the Corporate Crisis Management Team.
• Support structured communication flow during emergencies, including status updates, situation reports, and coordination with medical, security, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Digital Emergency Management, Support deployment, configuration, and enhancement of ISNAD, including incident logging, emergency notification, chronological logs, and situational awareness dashboards.
• Ensure users across IMT/EMT/CMT understand digital response tools and workflows.

Key interactions :

Internal: All OQEP functions/ departments Contractor Fire Services Team

External: External regulators, Industry Consultants, Service Providers and relevant stakeholders, Emergency Governmental Agencies.

Notable Working Conditions. Office based. With Field Operations, Moderate to intensive computer screen use. Frequent travel to asset locations.

Education requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in fire safety engineering, crisis and emergency management or equivalent

Language requirements

Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English and Arabic (required)

Background and experience:

• Minimum of 6+ years of relevant experience with a bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management / Emergency Response, or Crisis & Disaster Management or Resilience & Risk Management, or an equivalent field.
• Knowledge of emergency and crises -related operations, tactical response, and emergency management systems.
• Knowledge of all legislative and regulatory requirements with respect to fire safety management and emergency response systems.
• Knowledge of risk management methods and practices.
• Knowledge of fire safety equipment and latest technologies.
• Relevant experience in similar role within the Oil and Gas industry
• Knowledge of Omani National Emergency Strategies based on NCEM.
• Knowledge of HSE Management System

Competencies and Skills:

Soft:

• Planning and organising
• Strong communication, verbal and written skills
• Teamwork
• Negotiation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Establishes priorities and works with minimal direction.
• Influencing - Encourages others to change their mind-set and/or behaviours to achieve positive work results.

Technical:

• Computer Literacy including MS Office & HSE Management System.
• Understanding of fire equipment specifications and maintenance protocols.
• Risk Management methods and practices.
• HAZOP or similar studies.
• NFPA and EN (European) standards for inspection and testing of fire protection systems.
• Emergency Response Technical Expertise
• Leadership & Situational Awareness