Business Continuity and Emergency Planning Lead
Business Continuity & Emergency Planning Lead. 3–6 Month Contract (FTC or Contingent). Location: Rugby, UK.
We’re supporting a project-based engineering business with operations across multiple sectors (including regulated industries) in their search for an experienced Business Continuity & Emergency Planning Lead. This hands‑on role focuses on developing and writing robust Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Emergency Contingency Plans (ECP) tailored to a multi‑site engineering and manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop, write, and deliver comprehensive BCP and ECP documentation.
* Translate existing risks, processes, and dependencies into structured, fit‑for‑purpose plans.
* Work with teams across engineering, operations, manufacturing, facilities, quality, sourcing, IT, and leadership.
* Conduct Business Impact Assessments (BIAs) and define recovery priorities.
* Build continuity and recovery strategies aligned with industry standards (e.g., ISO 22301).
* Create detailed emergency response plans for scenarios such as fire, utility loss, and hazardous events.
* Document roles, responsibilities, escalation routes, and site‑specific protocols.
* Facilitate testing, tabletop exercises, and emergency drills.
* Support incident response or simulations as required.
Skills & Experience
* Demonstrable experience developing BCP/ECP documentation in a complex operational or engineering‑led environment.
* Strong understanding of business continuity, crisis management, emergency response, and risk mitigation.
* Comfortable working independently and gathering technical information from multiple departments.
* Confident engaging with engineering, facilities, safety, and leadership stakeholders.
* Familiarity with ISO 22301 or equivalent standards (preferred).
Preferred Background
* Business continuity or emergency management certification (e.g., CBCI, CBCP).
* Experience within engineering, utilities, infrastructure, manufacturing, or similar operational settings.
* Exposure to H&S, risk, operations, or facilities management beneficial.
Job Title: Business Continuity and Emergency Planning Lead. Company: First Recruitment Group. Location: Rugby, UK. Contract: 3–6 month contract. Hours: Full Time.
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