Emergency Services Specialist

**Position Purpose**

About the Opportunity:
Shell is seeking an Emergency Services Specialist to join their team at the Shell Scotford Complex and will report to the Platoon Chief. The Emergency Services Specialist will provide emergency response support, training to the production Emergency Response Team (ERT) members, perform key site assurance of emergency response equipment and provide feedback on the program’s effectiveness.

Accountabilities:

- Address site emergencies including, but not limited to, fires, technical rescues, hazardous materials incidents, and medical situations
- Ensure the safe operation within their shift team by complying with all Emergency Response Work Practices, such as Safe Operating Guidelines (SOGs), site Safe Work Practices, and Department Protocols
- Act as a lead in programs/processes to support Health, Safety, Fire Prevention and environmental due diligence while adhering to applicable legislation
- Inspect and maintain Emergency Services and Fire Protection equipment. This includes testing of equipment, and apparatus as required by National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) for Shell requirements.
- Develop department-specific protocols and training to ensure the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of Emergency Services equipment
- Provide service and support to maintain SCBA and SABA equipment
- Conduct assurance activities such as Fire Extinguisher inspections, Emergency Assembly Area audits, and monthly inspections of Automated External Defibrillators (AED)
- Manage fire protection impairments, fire water usage, road closures
- Conduct classroom and field training/drills for all emergency services scenarios, and review site fire pre-plans for accuracy while participating in drills to exercise these plans
- Provide ERT initial and annual refresher training, offering guidance and expertise to the ERT
- Assess risk related to Fire Protection impairments and develop contingency plans to mitigate
- Develop rescue plans as required for high-risk work
- Actively participate in the Scotford Safety program acting as ambassadors for HSSE
- Keep your skills up to date with relevant governmental regulations for Emergency Response, and continuously enhance your knowledge and practices in Fire, Rescue, and Medical Response through ongoing education and industry developments
- Perform any additional task as required

**Requirements**:

- Must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
- At least High School Diploma
- Must be certified as (National Fire Protection Association) NFPA 1001 level 2 from an International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or Pro board accredited facility
- Must be certified and registered through Alberta College of Paramedics to work in Alberta as a Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) or Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP)
- Minimum 3+ years Emergency response experience
- Deep knowledge in Protection, Fire, Rescue, Medical and Hazmat response
- Knowledge and experience in hydrocarbon facilities would be considered an asset
- Willing to respond as on call in the event of a significant incident or as required to support an incident
- Willing to complete initial and ongoing annual fitness evaluation

The following certification is a plus:

- Class 3 drivers’ license, with Q endorsement
- Certified as 1041 Fire Services Instructor Level 1 would be considered an asset
- Certified as NFPA 472 HazMat Technician would be considered an asset
- Certified NFPA 1002 Pumper Operator would be considered an asset
- Certified as NFPA 1006 high angle and confined space technician would be considered an asset

**Company description**

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in among other exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of oil products, chemicals, electric power, renewables and energy solutions.

As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

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There’s never been a more exciting time to work at She