About The Role
Jaheziya is seeking an experienced Consultant – Emergency Response Services to provide strategic, technical, and operational advisory support across firefighting, civil defence, emergency response, and crisis management.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in emergency services leadership, operational readiness, strategic planning, and capability development, with experience advising senior management and government stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and technical advice on firefighting, emergency response, civil defence, and crisis management operations.
- Develop and review emergency response plans, operational procedures, Incident Command Systems (ICS), and crisis management frameworks.
- Assess operational readiness, emergency response capabilities, workforce competencies, and equipment requirements.
- Support strategic planning, business development, technical proposals, and large-scale emergency response projects.
- Advise on international firefighting standards, professional accreditation, and training programmes.
- Lead and support emergency preparedness exercises, multi-agency coordination, and operational improvement initiatives.
- Evaluate innovative firefighting and rescue technologies, including AI, robotics, drones, and digital emergency management solutions.
- Engage with government authorities, clients, and strategic partners to develop integrated emergency response capabilities.
Qualifications & Experience
- Extensive senior-level experience in firefighting, civil defence, emergency management, or emergency response services.
- Previous leadership, command, or strategic advisory experience within a Civil Defence, Fire & Rescue, or emergency management organisation.
- Strong knowledge of incident command, crisis management, operational readiness, and business continuity planning.
- Experience in strategic consultancy, emergency services capability development, or organisational transformation.
- Familiarity with international standards such as NFPA, IFSAC, and Pro Board.
- Experience working with government agencies, defence organisations, or critical infrastructure clients.
- Relevant degree or professional qualifications in emergency management, fire engineering, civil defence, or related disciplines.
- UAE/GCC experience and exposure to emerging emergency response technologies are advantageous.
