Science & Technology
Engineering, Energy, Technology & Hazard Response
Emergency Management Role
Providing engineering, energy, technical problem-solving, and hazardous materials response capabilities during disasters.
The Ministry of Science & Technology provides the technical and engineering capabilities needed during disasters, including power, communications technology, equipment, and hazard response.
What This Ministry Does
Engineering & Infrastructure
Assess and support critical infrastructure during disasters.
Energy & Power
Maintain backup power and energy systems during outages.
Technical Problem-Solving
Solve technical challenges across ministry operations.
Hazardous Materials Response
Coordinate safe response to hazardous materials incidents.
Volunteer Positions
Select a role to learn about its purpose, responsibilities, and how to express interest.
Chief Engineer
Engineering & Infrastructure
Leads the Ministry's engineering and technical operations during disasters, assessing infrastructure and coordinating technical support across all ministries.
Primary Area of Responsibility
Engineering & Infrastructure
Helpful Experience
Background in engineering, construction, or infrastructure · Technical assessment and problem-solving skills
Energy / Grid Manager
Energy & Power
Manages backup power and energy systems during outages, ensuring shelters, communications, and critical operations maintain power when the grid fails.
Primary Area of Responsibility
Energy & Power
Helpful Experience
Background as an electrician or in power systems · Experience operating and maintaining generators
Technical Problem-Solver
Technical Problem-Solving
Solves technical challenges across ministry operations during disasters, providing hands-on problem-solving for equipment, systems, and facility issues.
Primary Area of Responsibility
Technical Problem-Solving
Helpful Experience
Background in maintenance, repair, or trades · Hands-on technical and mechanical skills
Hazardous Materials Officer
Hazardous Materials Response
Coordinates safe response to hazardous materials incidents during disasters, protecting the community from chemical, biological, and other hazards.
Primary Area of Responsibility
Hazardous Materials Response
Helpful Experience
HAZMAT certification or professional training · Background in fire service, environmental health, or chemistry