Business Continuity, Emergency Planning and Operational Readiness Manager
6 days ago
A business critical role to ensure SWR is as resilient as it possibly can be – if SWR is not prepared and not ready to deal with responses to planned and foreseeable unplanned events, then SWR will not be able to deliver on it's purpose.
Coach and guide Heads of Function through the life cycle of business continuity and support them in the updating of their functional business impact assessments and business continuity plans, in accordance with best practice from the Business Continuity Institute. Also act as an advocate of Business Continuity with peer group
To support wider Operational Readiness activities within the Chief Operating Officer area of responsibility.
To ensure that SWR maintains a continual, compliant state of resilience preparedness through the preparation, implementation, testing and review of resilience plans.
To act as the overall coordinator of resilience planning for SWR.
Your main responsibilities will be:
Act as South Western Railway's (SWR) representative in all issues involving business continuity, emergency and resilience planning, when liaising with external bodies including (but not limited to) Transport for London, Local Authorities, RDG, ORR, Emergency Services, other Train Operating Companies, and Network Rail, thus ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Civil Contingencies Act – noting SWR is a category 2 responder under this Act. Develop, test and review company business continuity plans for core functional activities, including the utilisation of business impact assessments and disaster recovery. Own the SWR company testing strategy for emergency planning Prepare, implement, test and review resilience plans at both strategic and local level; where necessary co-ordinating multi-functional participation with third parties such as the Emergency Services and other Train Operating Companies. Work with external training providers in developing suitable training programmes to ensure that relevant South Western Railway colleagues are sufficiently trained and retain competency in dealing effectively with emergency situations, including awareness of company and (where necessary) external procedures. Lead the overall SWR whole business readiness event response strategy Track for changes in the RDG Emergency Planning Guidelines/standards/guidance notes and ensure appropriate ownership of these within SWR Ensure the application of JESIP principles throughout SWR emergency planning · Manage the development and management of the strategic (Gold) On-Call structure within South Western Railway and ensure this is communicated to the relevant parties. Develop innovative ways SWR can improve it's resilience, . liaising with other transport providers to find best practice and introduce into SWR Develop and implement strategic (Gold) On-Call training to colleagues to ensure they are sufficiently trained and retain competency in dealing effectively in On-Call situations. Update the Operational Readiness tracker Develop resilience and business continuity plans (where applicable) that align with the corporate risk register and with any other sources of risk information (. Cabinet Office National Risk Register). Line management of the Operational Readiness Apprentice Support the Head of Operational Readiness in the delivery of their strategic requirements Act as Deputy for the Head of Operational Readiness On occasion, undertake out of hours (including limited on call) support for Major Events as an “event advisor” at SILVER level.As a minimum, you will need to have:
Excellent interpersonal skills and is focused on building/developing/enhancing internal and external collaborative relationships, with the ability to positively influence stakeholders at all levels. A strong ability to demonstrate to the Senior Leadership team the criticality of spending time on business continuity and emergency planning activities An ability to collaborate with multi agency partners (. Network Rail, British Transport Police, Rail Delivery Group, other Train Operating Companies etc) An ability to demonstrate innovative thinking with regards to business continuity/emergency planning challenges Thorough knowledge of resilience planning, emergency planning, business continuity and relevant industry standards.About the location:
South Western Railways HQ is based on the 4th Floor at South Bank Central, a stone's throw from the River Thames and a 10 minute walk from our busiest station, Waterloo. It is local to many well-known attractions, restaurants and retail facilities and is easily accessible by public transport.
Working pattern:
Working an average of 37 hours per week over 5 days
Monday - Friday with on call depending on requirements of special events
The Reward:
In return we offer a competitive salary and a variety of valuable benefits, including:
Free duty and leisure travel on SWR services for employee Free leisure travel for spouse/partner and dependants (criteria dependant) 75% discount on many other train operating companies Full training and support with development Large range of exclusive retail offers Excellent pension scheme-
Emergency Planning
4 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom Vox Network Consultants Full timeRole Purpose To support the Head of Civil Contingencies in carrying out the emergency planning and business continuity function for the whole council, so that the Council’s responsibilities under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 and Resilience Standards for London are met. To deputise for the Head of Civil Contingencies in their absence. To lead on and...
-
Emergency Planning
4 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom Vox Network Consultants Full timeJob Description Role Purpose To support the Head of Civil Contingencies in carrying out the emergency planning and business continuity function for the whole council, so that the Council’s responsibilities under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 and Resilience Standards for London are met. To deputise for the Head of Civil Contingencies in their absence....
-
Emergency Planning
4 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom Vox Network Consultants Full timeRole PurposeTo support the Head of Civil Contingencies in carrying out the emergency planning and business continuity function for the whole council, so that the Council’s responsibilities under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 and Resilience Standards for London are met.To deputise for the Head of Civil Contingencies in their absence.To lead on and...
-
Emergency Planning
1 month ago
London, United Kingdom Vox Network Consultants Full timeRole PurposeTo support the Head of Civil Contingencies in carrying out the emergency planning and business continuity function for the whole council, so that the Council’s responsibilities under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 and Resilience Standards for London are met.To deputise for the Head of Civil Contingencies in their absence.To lead on and...
-
Emergency Planning
1 month ago
London,, UK, United Kingdom Vox Network Consultants Full timeRole PurposeTo support the Head of Civil Contingencies in carrying out the emergency planning and business continuity function for the whole council, so that the Council’s responsibilities under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 and Resilience Standards for London are met.To deputise for the Head of Civil Contingencies in their absence.To lead on and...
-
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Vox Network Consultants Full timeJob OverviewVox Network Consultants is seeking a highly skilled Business Continuity and Emergency Planning Strategist to support the Head of Civil Contingencies in carrying out emergency planning and business continuity functions.About the RoleThe successful candidate will be responsible for deputising for the Head of Civil Contingencies, leading on and...
-
Emergency Planning
1 month ago
London Area, United Kingdom Vox Network Consultants Full timeRole PurposeTo support the Head of Civil Contingencies in carrying out the emergency planning and business continuity function for the whole council, so that the Council’s responsibilities under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 and Resilience Standards for London are met.To deputise for the Head of Civil Contingencies in their absence.To lead on and...
-
Emergency Planning
1 month ago
London Area, United Kingdom Vox Network Consultants Full timeRole PurposeTo support the Head of Civil Contingencies in carrying out the emergency planning and business continuity function for the whole council, so that the Council’s responsibilities under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 and Resilience Standards for London are met.To deputise for the Head of Civil Contingencies in their absence.To lead on and...
-
Readiness & Resilience Lead
6 months ago
London, United Kingdom Department for Business and Trade Full time**Details**: **Reference number**: - 348601**Salary**: - £39,384 - £46,715- London Salary: £43,007-£46,715 National Salary: £39,384-£43,169- A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%**Job grade**: - Senior Executive Officer**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - Competition, Markets and Regulatory Reform Group...
-
Incident Control
2 months ago
London, United Kingdom HM Revenue and Customs Full timeJob summaryDiscover a career in your hands at HMRC. Whether you're seeking purpose, growth, or a workplace that gives you a true sense of belonging, hear from some of our employees as they share their story about what it�s really like to work at HMRC.�� �Visit our to watch the full series and come and discover your potential.Are you a resilient...
-
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Full timeReporting to the Head of Emergency Preparedness Resilience and Response (EPRR) and Business Continuity, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the delivery of the EPRR work programme for the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital Foundation Trust.The role supports the coordination and guidance needed to ensure the Trust fulfils its legal and...
-
Emergency Management
4 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Brackenberry Full timeWe are partnering with a Local Authority in Camden to fill a 3-month contract for an Emergency Management & Business Continuity Officer, with potential for extension. Please submit your CV for consideration.Key Responsibilities:Deliver and test response and recovery plans for the council and external partners, while managing conflicting...
-
Business Operations Manager
2 months ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Business Manager Full timeBusiness Manager Job DescriptionCollinson is a global company dedicated to making travel easier and more enjoyable for millions of people worldwide. As a Business Manager, you will play a critical role in supporting the company's leadership teams and driving business growth.Key Responsibilities:Manage meeting cadence and coordination across the business...
-
Emergency Management
1 month ago
London, United Kingdom Brackenberry Full timeWe are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Camden to assist with the appointment of an Emergency Management & Business Continuity Officer, on a 3-month contract, likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration. Rate of Pay: £23.75 - £30.13 per hour Responsibilities: To manage a challenging...
-
Emergency Planning Director
1 week ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Medway NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAbout the RoleThe Head of Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response will play a critical role in ensuring the trust's readiness for emergencies and business continuity incidents. Key responsibilities include:Discharging the 6 key requirements of the Civil Contingencies Act 2004Discharging the key elements of Section 252A of the NHS Act 2006 (as...
-
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Slaughter and May Full timeJob TitleBusiness Continuity and Operational Resilience AdviserAbout the RoleThis is a multifaceted role requiring proven experience of multi-discipline risk management in a professional services environment. The role will primarily support the team in developing, maintaining, and testing the firm's business continuity arrangements.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist...
-
Business Continuity Analyst
4 weeks ago
City Of London, United Kingdom Oliver James Associates Ltd. Full timeOliver James Associates Ltd. is seeking an experienced Business Continuity Analyst to join their team on a 6 month contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for collaborating with functional teams to conduct 3rd party business impact analysis and scenario planning to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats to critical business...
-
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Slaughter and May Full timeBusiness Continuity and Operational Resilience Role OverviewThis position plays a vital role in supporting the Business Continuity and Security function in maintaining the firm's business continuity, operational risk frameworks, and ISO certifications.Key responsibilities include:Developing, maintaining, and testing the firm's business continuity...
-
Strategic Business Operations Director
1 week ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Business Manager Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior Business Operations Manager to join our Product, Tech and Data team. As a key member of the leadership team, you will provide critical support to the Chief Product Officer (CPO) and the Chief Technology and Data Officer (CTDO).The ideal candidate will have proven experience as a Business Manager or...
-
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Slaughter and May Full timeROLE OVERVIEWThis role supports the Business Continuity and Security function in maintaining the firm's business continuity, operational risk frameworks, and ISO certifications. As a key member of the Business Continuity team, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of the firm's business continuity arrangements. This is a multifaceted role...
