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Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

_To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time._

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s Corporate Security & Emergency Management (CSEM) Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Manager – Emergency Management & Fire Protection Programs.

The primary responsibility of this role is to provide strategic direction and national program oversight for Toyota’s emergency preparedness, fire brigade operations, and electrification-related risk management. This position plays a critical role in strengthening readiness for fire, hazardous materials, and emerging hazards such as lithium-ion battery incidents, while ensuring consistency and best practices across North America.

Reporting to the Senior Manager of CSEM – Security Strategy & Program Support, the person in this role will support the department’s objective to safeguard people, property, and brand by setting strategy, developing standards, and partnering with operational teams and vendors to achieve world-class fire and emergency management readiness.

What you’ll be doing

+ Provide strategic oversight for two core program areas: Emergency Preparedness & Response (ERP) and Fire/Electrification Readiness.

+ Lead and develop a team of four Toyota members, while also guiding contracted partners in program execution.

+ Establish best practices and strategic direction for five on-site industrial fire brigades (~100 contracted firefighters/EMTs across three vendors), including auditing, performance evaluation, and strike-team planning.

+ Ensure readiness for hazardous materials and battery-related incidents, developing scalable models to address evolving risks.

+ Lead the development of ERP training materials and guidance, serving as the subject matter expert in incident command, while directing continuity-related integration at a strategic level.

+ Set standards and coordinate fire/emergency drills and training programs in collaboration with operational teams and third-party vendors.

+ Oversee Toyota’s national fire suppression and alarming strategy, including modernization, upgrades, compliance, and multi-year road mapping within budgetary limits.

+ Manage evaluation and strategy for Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance (ITM) contracts, assessing effectiveness, benefits, and alignment with Toyota’s risk-reduction goals.

+ Collaborate with Safety, Environmental, Production, and external municipal agencies to ensure integrated response capabilities and cross-functional alignment.

+ Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and strategic roadmaps for emergency management and fire programs, ensuring continuous improvement through lessons learned.

+ Allocate and manage budgets/resources to support national program initiatives.

What you bring

+ Comprehensive understanding of emergency preparedness principles, industrial fire protection systems, suppression/alarming technologies, and hazardous materials response.

+ Proven experience with industrial firefighting and safety programs; municipal-only experience is valuable but not fully aligned.

+ Familiarity with applicable laws, codes, and regulatory standards for emergency management, hazmat, and fire safety.

+ Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to manage a team of direct Toyota members and contracted service providers, while setting strategy, standards, and best practices.

+ Project management expertise to deliver large-scale program initiatives on time and within budget.

+ Analytical skills to assess risks, audit program performance, and implement continuous improvements.

+ Proficiency in developing and delivering ERP training materials and preparedness exercises.

+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in Emergency Management, Fire Protection, Public Safety, or related field (Master’s preferred).

+ Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive experience in emergency management, fire protection, or industrial safety.

+ Relevant certifications such as: Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), Certified Protection Professional (CPP), NFPA Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS), Business Continuity certifications (CBCP, CBCI)

+ Additional exposure to Firefighter I/II standards, hazmat response, and EMS protocols preferred.

+ Demonstrated knowledge of battery technologies and their fire/emergency management implications.

+ 40% travel required

Added bonus if you have

+ Advanced certifications in fire protection engineering, hazardous materials management, or lithium-ion battery response.

+ Experience developing strike-team models or scalable industrial fire brigades.

+ Prior collaboration with manufacturing, environmental, and safety teams in a large enterprise.

+ Familiarity with Toyota’s operational methodologies, including the Toyota Way, hoshin, ringi, and nemawashi

What we’ll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

+ A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

+ Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement

+ Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount.

+ Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable).

+ Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family

+ Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute

+ Paid holidays and paid time off

+ Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more

+ Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to [email protected] .