Crisis & Continuity Management Advisor

Crisis & Continuity Management Advisor
Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid)
Duration: 6 months (possibility to extension)
Rate: $55-$60 per hour
Travel: Offshore (25%)

Overview
We are seeking a highly capable Crisis & Continuity Management Advisor to support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of crisis management and emergency response programs. This role plays a critical part in ensuring organizational preparedness, resilience, and regulatory compliance across operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development, maintenance, and execution of Crisis & Continuity Management (CCM) and Emergency Response (ER) programs
• Provide technical expertise in the design and implementation of emergency response plans, procedures, and systems
• Assist in the delivery of training programs, drills, and exercises to enhance organizational readiness
• Ensure alignment with internal standards, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across crisis and continuity frameworks
• Support both onshore and offshore operations, including participation in operational readiness activities
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders across multiple levels of the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety Administration, or a related field
  OR
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in emergency management, crisis response, or a related discipline
• Foundational understanding of industrial or energy sector operations (onshore and offshore preferred)

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong experience in emergency response and crisis management
• Familiarity with NIMS (National Incident Management System)
• Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage across all organizational levels
• High level of social intelligence and stakeholder awareness
• Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments

Preferred Experience

• Emergency or Oil Spill Response Management
• Experience working with FEMA frameworks or guidelines
• Knowledge of Business Continuity Planning
• Exposure to training design and emergency exercises
• Familiarity with regulatory or maritime/emergency agencies

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.