PSA Singapore

Emergency Response Specialist

PSA Singapore  •  Singapore, SG (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

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.
  • Physically fit 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

PSA Singapore

About PSA Singapore

At PSA Singapore, we operate the world’s largest container transhipment hub 24/7, handling 40.9 million TEUs of containers in 2024.

We are at the confluence of major trade routes, with connections to over 600 ports worldwide. We play a pivotal role in bringing global economies together, moving mountains of goods across continents and oceans to people who need them.

We constantly innovate to anticipate, meet and exceed the future demands of global trade. Harnessing the latest in data, automation, smart engineering and energy management, we seek to become a leader in attaining new heights in port efficiencies while ensuring environmental sustainability for future generations. Our newest Tuas Port is set to be the world’s single largest fully automated terminal when completed in 2040, powered by smart technology and green energy.

Beyond port operations, PSA is also working alongside our stakeholders to develop innovative cargo solutions that orchestrate supply chains with reliability and efficiency. Building on our expertise in connecting containers, we now link communities by managing the ever-growing complexities of the logistics industry. Tuas Port will also be a key nucleus and multiplier of a wider Tuas Ecosystem that is poised to orchestrate creative supply chain solutions to further the connectivity of Singapore’s future economy.

At PSA, we also connect people – connecting people like you to this dynamic industry! Working alongside, we will empower you to realise your fullest potential. With our exciting development programmes and career opportunities, we will nurture you to become well-rounded leaders in PSA.

Industry
Transportation & Logistics
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Singapore, SG
Year Founded
Unknown
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