Officer, Crisis & Management

Job Purpose

To provide an effective and immediate response capability to control and resolve emergency and crisis incidents by developing emergency and crisis management system plans and procedures across ADNOC Distribution for

the protection of people, the environment, assets and reputation. Identifying potential risks, coordinating with various stakeholders, and leading crisis response efforts to minimize impact and ensure swift recovery.

Key Accountabilities

Emergency Planning

• Develop and implement emergency and crisis management plans and procedures as appropriate for the function/business line needs and objectives in line with ADNOC corporate HSE standards.
• Align to the ADNOC Standard HSE-CE-ST01 and Incident management system and rewrite all emergency response plans across ADNOC Distribution in line with division strategy.
• Develop and implement preventive measures to mitigate identified risks.
• Create and maintain crisis management plan and procedures. Emergency Response Exercises
• Coordinate the testing and maintenance of unified emergency response plans and exercises to ensure awareness and preparedness in case of an incident across ADNOC Distribution.
• Ensure that Tactical Response and Support Teams and related staff respond promptly and effectively to any emergency case, whilst also taking part in any post investigation meetings.
• Ensure alignment of all Emergency Response documentation to Standard operating procedures and staff briefings.
• Liaise with external stakeholders (Civil Defense, Firefighting and Emergency Response services) for coordination and assistance on emergency services as per the existing agreements and interfacing with the external stakeholders regarding fire and safety, emergency response plans and other issues of mutual concern.
• Perform inspections on a regular basis to ensure validity of plans and implement measures when necessary to ensure sound implementation.
• Conduct audits on emergency equipment to ensure they are serviced and ready for use in case of an emergency.
  
  

Incident Investigation

• Participate in investigations and prepare detailed reports on crisis incidents, responses, and lessons learnedto determine causes and takes decisions, or in the case of more serious and complex incidents, make recommendations, for remedial action.
  
  

Training

• Develop and coordinate HSE training programs including emergency response procedures, preparedness and drill programs to be delivered across the organization as per the need of every function and its criticality.
• Ensure all emergency response teams are familiar with emergency response plans and procedures, standard operating procedures, and all other relevant policies and procedures, in addition to ensuring all staff are duly trained to operate safety and fire-fighting equipment and planning on-the-job training
  
  

of emergency response staff as required.

• Recommend and deliver training and development interventions for employees across ADNOC Distribution to build their capabilities in HSE and ensure their understanding of procedures, measures and responses in times of emergencies and crisis.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in emergency management, Risk Management, Public Administration, or a related field
• MSc is a plus
  
  

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in crisis management, emergency response, or a related area preferably Oil and Gas
• Excellent knowledge of HSE standards, regulations and best practices
• Ability to conduct risk assessments, incident investigations and audits
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (Arabic and English)
• Experience in developing and implementing HSE policies, procedures and plans
• In-depth understanding of HSE management systems and tools
• Proficient in using MS Office and HSE software applications
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Sound knowledge of HSE principles and practices
• Experience in coordinating and managing HSE activities and projects
• Effective presentation and report writing skills
  
  

Professional Certifications

• Incident Command System (ICS), Minimum level 1 and 2
• International accreditation of Business Continuity, Minimum Associate Level