Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer - Castle Point Borough Council

Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer - Castle Point Borough Council

Castle Point Borough Council

Fixed Term - 12 months, Full Time - 37 hours per week

Starting Salary : £31,022 per annum 

Location: Castle Point

Closing Date: 14th of December 2025

Essex County Council are delighted to be advertising the role of Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer on behalf of Castle Point Borough Council. To see full job advert and apply, please click HERE.

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.

How to apply:

This role is being advertised on behalf of Castle Point Borough Council therefore all applications must be submitted via the Castle Point Borough Council website. Please note any applications submitted via the  Working for Essex ‘apply’ button will be advised to reapply via the Castle Point Borough Council website.

Please click the link to apply HERE.