About BPA:
At BPA, we are at the forefront of the hydrocarbon transport and storage industry, proudly owned 50/50 by BP and Shell - two of the world's leading oil majors. With around 180 dedicated professionals across the UK, we play a vital role in “Keeping the UK Moving 24/7/365” by operating a variety of onshore facilities and provide our renowned operational and engineering consultancy services worldwide. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our lively membership in key industry bodies and our adherence to internationally accredited standards.
Our People:
What sets BPA apart is our people. Our clients choose us for our professionalism, capability, and depth of experience. With over a century of combined industry knowledge, our Leadership team is passionate about developing the potential of our staff. We invest heavily in ongoing training and development to ensure our teams not only have fulfilling careers but also deliver ‘best in class’ technical advice and services to our clients.
What's the Job About?
We’re seeking a proactive Incident Planning & Business Continuity Manager to strengthen our emergency preparedness and organisational resilience across COMAH operations and critical infrastructure. You’ll lead the development and implementation of emergency and continuity plans, coordinate risk assessments, and deliver training and exercises across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop, maintain, and test emergency response and business continuity plans
Lead risk assessments, business impact analyses, and recovery strategies
Coordinate with emergency services, regulators, and local resilience forums
Design and deliver training for incident response and continuity planning
Serve as the point of contact during incidents and disruptions
Lead post-incident reviews and embed lessons learned
Ensure regulatory compliance (e.g., COMAH) and monitor emerging threats
What do we need from you:
Proven experience in Emergency Planning, Business Continuity, Risk Management or other resilience disciplines.
Prior experience with legislative frameworks, policies and procedures including COMAH.
Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
Ability to work under pressure and make critical decisions during emergencies.
Competent in delivering presentations and training
Strong analytical skills, able to analyse business and technology requirements
Experience of Resilience Direct software would be advantageous but not essential
Valid and full driving licence
Salary
Basic salary of £48,000 - £52,000 + benefits
What’s on offer:
Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution, 2% employee)
Annual bonus scheme (up to 12% of annual salary)
Life insurance (4x annual salary)
28 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays
Additional holiday purchase scheme
Family friendly policies
Employee assistance support scheme
Various well-being initiatives
Tools/Equipment
Diversity &
We know that diverse teams drive innovation and excellence. Research shows that women, people of , and other underrepresented groups may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every requirement. At BPA, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every detail in the job description, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.