Emergency Planning Co‑ordinator / Lead
London (with hybrid working - office-based two days per week)
About Us
Energy Networks Association (ENA) is the voice of the energy networks industry, representing UK and Irish companies responsible for safely and reliably delivering energy to homes and businesses. As a not-for-profit organisation, we bring together experts across a range of areas, including safety, innovation, policy and engineering, enabling collaboration and the sharing of best practices. As the energy industry evolves to meet the challenges of decarbonisation and Net Zero targets, ENA's work is more important than ever.
We are now looking for an Emergency Planning Co‑ordinator / Lead to join us on a full-time, permanent basis.
With rising weather instability, global security issues and a range of other challenges, this role exists to provide a consistent, co‑ordinated response to emergency situations as they relate to the energy sector.
Benefits
- Salary of £35,000 - £60,000 per annum, dependent on experience
- At least 28 days' holiday entitlement (plus public holidays, with an additional day off during Christmas closure, and a day off on your birthday)
- Group Personal Pension Scheme (salary exchange scheme)
- 3x Life Assurance
- Annual Bupa Medical Assessment
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted gym membership
- Interest‑free season ticket or bike loan
- Eye test expenses
- Complimentary fruit, tea and coffee in the office
- Early finish on Fridays
The Role
As our Emergency Planning Co‑ordinator / Lead, you will co‑ordinate emergency preparedness and mutual aid initiatives to strengthen the resilience and security of UK electricity networks.
Specifically, leading and supporting industry working groups, you will develop guidance, policies and best practice to improve emergency planning and response.
Working closely with ENA members, government departments, regulators, and industry stakeholders, you will deliver resilience initiatives covering severe weather, energy shortages and emergency response.
Additionally, you will:
- Co‑ordinate the Emergency Planning Managers Forum and Control Room Managers Group
- Manage and develop NEWSAC mutual aid arrangements
- Lead winter preparedness and storm review activities
- Support future risk, whole‑system and cyber resilience programmes
- Organise an annual international mutual aid conference
- Support NEWSAC incident response outside normal working hours when required
About You
- Experience in emergency planning and mutual aid functions
- Experience proactively leading, co‑ordinating, and delivering initiatives and projects
- An understanding of the energy or utilities sector
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to deliver outcomes on time and to a high standard
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to draft papers, reports and industry responses
- Sound working knowledge of Microsoft 365 (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Microsoft Outlook
- A degree‑level qualification or relevant experience with transferable skills
The closing date for this role is 5th November 2026.
Other organisations may call this role Emergency Planning Manager, Emergency Planning Advisor, Emergency Planning Specialist, Emergency Preparedness Co-ordinator, Emergency Preparedness Lead, Emergency Response Co-ordinator, Emergency Response Officer, or Emergency Response Lead.
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Emergency Planning Co-ordinator / Lead employer: Energy Networks Association (ENA)
As a leading voice in the energy sector, the Energy Networks Association (ENA) offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions directly impact the future of energy policy in the UK and Ireland. With a strong commitment to employee development, ENA fosters a collaborative culture that values diversity and innovation, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and engagement with key stakeholders in the energy landscape. Located at the heart of the regulatory framework, this role not only allows you to influence significant policy changes but also to be part of a mission-driven organisation dedicated to sustainable energy solutions.
Contact Details:
Energy Networks Association (ENA) Recruitment Team
