Emergency Response Coach

NES Fircroft are delighted to be working with a major Oil & Gas Operator who are currently looking for an Emergency Response Coach to be based in Algeria on a 12 month renewable contract. Working pattern for this role is 28x28. 

1. Roles & responsibilities

• Report directly to Intervention Team Leader.
• Coach Firefighting teams.
• Deliver aviation training aligned with Unit AFF1-12 / CAP 699, including live-fire training (Aircraft simulator is available at site).

• Develop/update aviation emergency response plans and instructions.

• Develop/Update and audit the ERP Documents.
• Assess firefighting team competencies and create tailored training plans.
• Deliver theoretical and practical training for Firefighting Teams (FFT), focusing on:

• Industrial Firefighting: Techniques for hydrocarbon facilities

• Aircraft rescue/firefighting operations: Prepare and conduct full-scale aircraft firefighting and rescue operations.

• Confined space rescue: Provide practical training on hazards, self-rescue techniques, SCBA use, and crawl technique…
• Rescue from height: Train in rescue techniques from height.
• Chemical spill response: Techniques for containing and controlling hazardous spills
• Road traffic accidents: Training in response techniques and use of extrication equipment.

• Offer specialized guidance on emergency response equipment selection and usage.
• Provide support and advice to emergency response teams during real emergency situation.
• Plan, organize, and implement table-top exercises and drills for emergency response teams.

2. Certifications and Education

• Fire and Rescue Training: Qualifications in industrial & airfield firefighting,
• Specialized Emergency Training: Advanced skills in areas like hazardous materials (HAZMAT) response, confined space rescue, or rescue from height are highly valued
• Emergency Management Certification: Certifications like Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), or equivalent safety and risk management qualifications.
• Health and Safety Certifications: HSE-related certifications, such as OSHA or NEBOSH, are highly valued.

3. Experience

• Practical Emergency Response: Hands-on experience ten (10) years minimum in emergency response roles, such as a first responder, firefighter, ideally with leadership responsibilities.
• Airfield and Oil & Gas industry: Have wide experience and expertise in airfield and Oil & Gas industry firefighting services
• Training and Coaching: experience as a trainer and coach in firefighting & emergency response.
• Incident Command System (ICS): Experience working within the ICS or similar frameworks for structured emergency response.

4. Skills and Competencies

• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Knowledge of hazard identification, risk assessment.
• Communication: Ability to instruct clearly, command attention, and manage coordination during drills (Arabic speaker is an advantage).
• Decision-Making: Quick and effective decision-making skills in complex situation.
• Advanced pedagogical skills: Facilitate training sessions using appropriate pedagogical methods.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.