Business Continuity and Emergency planning Lead

iSpace, LLC; Rugby; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A project-based engineering firm in Rugby is seeking an experienced Business Continuity & Emergency Planning Lead for a 3–6 month contract. This hands-on role requires developing robust Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Emergency Contingency Plans (ECP) tailored to a multi-site environment. The ideal candidate must have demonstrable experience in crisis management, excellent stakeholder engagement skills, and familiarity with relevant standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence continuity strategies across various operational sectors.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience developing BCP/ECP documentation in a complex operational or engineering-led environment.
• Strong understanding of business continuity, crisis management, emergency response, and risk mitigation.
• Comfortable gathering technical information from multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and deliver comprehensive BCP and ECP documentation.
• Conduct Business Impact Assessments (BIAs) and define recovery priorities.
• Create detailed emergency response plans for various scenarios.

Skills

Business Continuity Planning

Emergency Planning

Crisis Management

Risk Mitigation

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Business continuity or emergency management certification

Job description

Business Continuity & Emergency Planning Lead

3–6 Month Contract (FTC or Contingent)

Location: Rugby, UK

We’re supporting a project‑based engineering business with operations across multiple sectors (including regulated industries) in their search for an experienced Business Continuity & Emergency Planning Lead. Based in Rugby, this hands‑on role focuses on developing and writing robust Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Emergency Contingency Plans (ECP) tailored to a multi‑site engineering and manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and deliver comprehensive BCP and ECP documentation
• Translate existing risks, processes, and dependencies into structured, fit‑for‑purpose plans
• Work with teams across engineering, operations, manufacturing, facilities, quality, sourcing, IT, and leadership
• Conduct Business Impact Assessments (BIAs) and define recovery priorities
• Build continuity and recovery strategies aligned with industry standards (e.g., ISO 22301)
• Create detailed emergency response plans for scenarios such as fire, utility loss, and hazardous events
• Document roles, responsibilities, escalation routes, and site‑specific protocols
• Facilitate testing, tabletop exercises, and emergency drills
• Support incident response or simulations as required

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable experience developing BCP/ECP documentation in a complex operational or engineering‑led environment
• Strong understanding of business continuity, crisis management, emergency response, and risk mitigation
• Comfortable working independently and gathering technical information from multiple departments
• Confident engaging with engineering, facilities, safety, and leadership stakeholders
• Familiarity with ISO 22301 or equivalent standards (preferred)

Preferred Background

• Business continuity or emergency management certification (e.g., CBCI, CBCP)
• Experience within engineering, utilities, infrastructure, manufacturing, or similar operational settings
• Exposure to H&S, risk, operations, or facilities management beneficial