Emergency Response Specialist
PSA Singapore
SingaporePosted Discovered via the company's careers siteMatch locked
PermanentOperations,Others,HSS SEA
About the Role
PSA is seeking dedicated and highly capable individuals to join our Emergency Response team. As an
Emergency Response Specialist
, you will play a critical role in safeguarding lives, protecting port infrastructure, and ensuring the continuity of operations across one of the world's busiest port environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond promptly and effectively to a wide range of emergency incidents, including:
- Structural and industrial fires
- Hazardous material (HAZMAT) releases
- Land equipment and marine interface rescue operations
- Medical emergencies
- Execute emergency response operations across diverse port facilities such as terminals, automated yards, vessel berths, and automobile terminals.
- Support on-site operations with relevant government agencies and internal stakeholders to ensure safe and effective incident management.
- Apply advanced firefighting, rescue, and mitigation techniques in high‑pressure, fast‑moving scenarios.
- Conduct post‑incident stabilisation, recovery support, and operational continuity activities.
- Participate in emergency preparedness initiatives, including training, drills, audits, and equipment readiness checks.
- Support capability development in emerging risk areas (e.g., electric vehicle fires, alternative fuels).
- Contribute to a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement within the Emergency Response team.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Relevant operational experience in firefighting, rescue, emergency response, or equivalent uniformed services is an advantage.
- Knowledge of HAZMAT response, technical rescue, or marine emergency operations is preferred.
- Capable of performing physical tasks and able to meet the demanding requirements of emergency response duties.
- Strong situational awareness, problem‑solving skills, and ability to perform under pressure.
- Willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders during emergencies.
- Min. N Level / Nitec in any discipline
- Served as a fire fighter with SCDF during National Service
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work at the world largest automated terminals
- Opportunities to operate in a mission-critical, high-performance environment.
- Access to modern emergency response equipment and advanced training.
- Professional development in specialised areas
- A supportive and future-ready team committed to operational excellence and innovation.
*Only shortlisted candidates will be notified
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