Emergency Response Specialist

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