Emergency Response Coordinator

As an Emergency Response Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting and advancing Irving Oil's Emergency Management and Business Continuity (EMBC) program across the organization. Your goal will be to strengthen emergency preparedness and organizational resilience through program coordination, stakeholder engagement, training, exercises, technology administration, and continuous improvement initiatives. Your success will be demonstrated through the consistent implementation of emergency management processes, the development of standardized documentation and procedures, and the organization's enhanced readiness to respond effectively to incidents and emergencies.
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity with Irving Oil, please apply by November 8, 2026.
What We Offer:
Work Environment – Work onsite in our beautiful home office building, with strong safety culture, access to a fitness facility, an onsite medical team, and a café
Competitive Compensation – Including an annual bonus plan, pension plan, and parking allowance
Flexible Benefits Plan – In effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needs
Paid Vacation – Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation, too
Wellness Support – With an annual wellness allowance, paid personal care days and a 24/7 Employee & Family Assistance Program
Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation matching program
Your Responsibilities:
Support the implementation and continuous improvement of company-wide emergency management and business continuity programs and processes
Coordinate activities that strengthen emergency preparedness, response capabilities, and organizational resilience across the business
Partner with operational and functional teams to understand existing emergency response practices, identify improvements, and support the adoption of best practices
Administer emergency management software, including user training, contact management, reporting, template maintenance, and vendor coordination
Assist in the planning, execution, and evaluation of emergency response exercises and testing activities
Facilitate and document After Action Reviews (AARs), capturing lessons learned and translating findings into standardized procedures and action plans
Develop, maintain, and enhance emergency response, crisis management, and business continuity documentation
Support emergency response activations and provide coordination assistance during incidents and emergencies as required
Participate in assurance, assessment, audit, and continuous improvement activities associated with the Operational Management System (OMS)
Your Skills:
Sound knowledge of emergency management principles, practices, and frameworks
Strong project coordination, organizational, and documentation skills
Ability to translate best practices and operational requirements into formal procedures, processes, and work instructions
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization
Ability to manage competing priorities, work under pressure, and remain composed in dynamic environments
Strong critical thinking, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Ability to quickly learn and effectively utilize emergency management, business continuity, and other enterprise software platforms
Experience using digital technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support reporting, research, process improvement, and information management
Your Experience:
5+ years of experience in emergency management, operational readiness, business continuity, public safety, risk management, or a related field
Experience supporting or participating in emergency response activities, exercises, incident management, or preparedness initiatives
Experience coordinating projects, programs, training initiatives, or cross-functional stakeholder activities
Demonstrated experience creating, maintaining, and improving procedural documentation, standards, or work processes
Valid driver's license and the ability to travel periodically throughout North America and internationally to support training, exercises, and operational activities
Ability to work within operational environments and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary
Availability to support emergency response activities outside regular business hours as required
Emergency Management, Exercise Design, Incident Command System (ICS), or related certifications are considered assets
The expected salary range for this position is $66,267 – $109,341. Placement within range will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, and skills.
Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.​
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