About the job Emergency Response Lead
About the Role
JDS Energy & Mining is seeking an experienced Emergency Response Lead to support the safe execution of large-scale mining and heavy industrial projects. This role is responsible for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of emergency preparedness and response programs across project sites. The position is site-based in the interior of British Columbia, operating on a fly-in / fly-out (FIFO) rotation. The Emergency Response Lead plays a critical role in ensuring readiness for potential emergency situations, minimizing risk to personnel, the environment, and assets, and leading coordinated responses in high-risk operational environments.
All employees are expected to promote and adhere to The JDS Way:
- Accept No Mediocrity
- Conduct Business Professionally, Ethically, and Practically
- Be True to Our Word
- Uphold the Highest Standards of Leadership, Teamwork, and Accountability
- Maintain Open and Honest Communication
- Ensure No Harm to people, the environment, assets, or reputation
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) aligned with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
- Lead emergency preparedness initiatives, including hazard identification, risk assessments, and scenario planning
- Coordinate and facilitate emergency response drills, simulations, and training exercises
- Act as Incident Commander or senior response leader during emergency events
- Oversee the readiness, inspection, and maintenance of emergency response equipment and facilities
- Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to Emergency Response Teams (ERTs)
- Liaise with local emergency services, regulatory agencies, and key stakeholders
- Participate in incident investigations, root cause analyses, and development of corrective actions
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and company standards
- Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and continuous improvement plans
- Support integration of emergency response planning into broader project risk management initiatives
- Promote a proactive safety culture focused on prevention, preparedness, and continuous improvement
Package Details
Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Emergency Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Fire Protection, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
- Minimum 7–10 years of emergency response experience, preferably within mining, construction, or heavy industrial environments
- Certifications in Incident Command System (ICS), NFPA standards, or equivalent emergency response training (strongly preferred)
- Experience working in remote, site-based, and FIFO environments
Compensation
- Competitive compensation based on the actual number of hours worked
- Compensation will be commensurate with the experience of the successful candidate
Character & Fit
- Strong leadership capability with experience directing teams in high-pressure emergency situations
- Practical, solutions-focused mindset with sound decision-making skills under pressure
- Excellent communication and coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to build trust and maintain effective working relationships
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently in a remote FIFO environment
- Strong commitment to safety, risk mitigation, and operational excellence
- Proven experience fostering a proactive safety culture in high-risk industrial settings