Job Description

Salary

Grade 8 - 36,363 - 40,777

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Open Ended

Package

292 Paid Monthly for Covering Weekends & Out of Hours - Additional Payment

Job category/type

Planning

Job reference

REQAA6739

Job Title:

Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer

Employer:

Pembrokeshire County Council

Location:

County Hall, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire

Salary:

Grade 8 - 35,235 - 39,513 - plus standby payment

Contract Type:

full-time permanent, with out-of-hours duties.

Key Responsibilities:

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Planning

and Development:

Developing and updating major incident plans, bespoke plans for Pembrokeshire including COMAH plans including response plans to local incidents under the Covil contingency Act 2004, risk assessments, and business continuity plans.
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Operational Response:

Providing a direct input during emergencies and working to anticipate and respond to threats.
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Partnership Working:

Liaising with and collaborating with other agencies, specifically category 1 and category 2 responders, community groups, and public bodies as part of local resilience forums.
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Public Safety:

Playing a key role in protecting and maintaining public safety, anticipating risk, preparation, response, recovery and public engagement

Requirements:

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Driving:

A full UK driving license and access to a vehicle at all times.
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Out-of-Hours:

Must be able to work outside of normal office hours and participate in an out-of-hours rota.
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Background Checks:

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and potentially Non-Police Personnel Vetting.
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Qualifications/Experience:

Qualifications and experience in emergency planning, civil contingencies and business continuity is essential. Post 16 teaching qualification would also be desirable.



Pembrokeshire County Council is seeking a proactive and dedicated Emergency Planning and Business Continuity Officer to join our Business Development team in the Place Directorate.

We're looking for someone who can:

Key Responsibilities

Support the development and maintenance of emergency plans and business continuity procedures in line with the Civil Contingencies Act 2004. Work closely with departments across the Council to identify critical functions and ensure robust continuity plans are in place. Assist in delivering training and exercises to prepare staff and partners for emergency response scenarios. Contribute to risk assessments and mitigation strategies to protect the community and Council operations. Keep plans and policies up to date, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice. Liaise with category 1, category 2 other external partners, voluntary agencies, and supply chains to strengthen preparedness and response capabilities. Participate in emergency debriefs and help implement lessons learned. Stay informed on emerging guidance from professional bodies such as the Business Continuity Institute (BCI) and UK resilience academy. Support the administration of resources and equipment related to resilience, emergency planning and continuity.

Experience & Skills

Demonstrable experience in Emergency Planning and/or Business Continuity. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work under pressure. Knowledge of the Civil Contingencies Act and principles of emergency management. Experience delivering training and working with partner agencies. Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise critical workloads. Commitment to flexible working and upholding the Council's values.

Qualifications

Applicants should hold a relevant qualification in Emergency Planning, Business Continuity, or a related field. Equivalent experience will also be considered.

What We Offer

26 days annual leave going up to 31 days annual leave after 5 years (pro rata for part-time) Competitive salary and generous pension contribution Flexible working arrangements An innovative, supportive and forward-thinking team environment

Please refer to the job description above for more details on this vacancy and the person specification.

Employment Checks

This post is subject to a DBS disclosure check.



Where it is appropriate for your role and responsibility, the personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by visiting https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn.



Applicants should ensure they have the right to work in the UK before applying for a vacancy.

Please note that at this point, Pembrokeshire County Council is not accepting applicants who require a Skilled Worker visa as a prerequisite to a right to work in the UK. Applicants should ensure they have the right to work in the UK before applying for a vacancy.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk is a high priority for Pembrokeshire County Council. We aim to support vulnerable children and adults at risk to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. We are committed to ensuring their safety and will take action to safeguard their well-being. The Council's Corporate Safeguarding Policy provides a framework for every member of staff and Service within the Council, setting out responsibilities in relation to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk as well as the methods by which the Council will be assured that it is fulfilling its duties.



This policy applies to all Council employees and workforce, councillors, volunteers and also service providers that are commissioned by the Council. Safeguarding is everyone's business whether they work for, or on behalf of, the Council.

Support & Additional Info

Please contact the HR Systems Team as early as possible if you're unable to apply online by emailing hrsystemsteam@pembrokeshire.gov.uk. Please contact the Recruitment Team if you have any queries relating to this vacancy by emailing Recruit@pembrokeshire.gov.uk. Local Government Employees on National Joint Council (NJC) terms are subject to national pay bargaining; all salaries currently stated in our adverts are as 01/04/2025. Please note, we have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; therefore prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the person specification and are registered on our redeployment pool.

Welsh language skills are desirable.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.