Fire Prevention Specialist

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Duties

Reporting to the Regional Manager, Health and Safety, the incumbent is responsible for the operations within the Fire Prevention Program.

The successful candidate will:
• Conduct onsite fire and life safety inspections and/or site audits of sites and buildings to ensure code compliance; this requires that you may need to travel, are willing and able to work overtime, sometimes on short notice, possibly on evenings and weekends
• Always wear personal protective equipment (PPE) demonstrating best work practices when on site;
• Provide advice, guidance, and recommendations regarding OHS aspects of fire safety and the fire prevention program;
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes and regulations that relate to fire protection in federal workplaces;
• Review site specific emergency evacuation plans to ensure they are comprehensive and complete;
• Liaise with federal, provincial and/or territorial administrations responsible for fire prevention to obtain accurate interpretations as related to fire safety;
• Provide training to support the Fire Prevention Program;
• Advise on design concepts related to fire safety and interpretation of legislation and standards;
• Provide expert feedback into departmental policies and procedures.

Work environment

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At PSPC, our approach to inclusion is simple: we are committed to achieving a competent and representative workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population we serve, and strive to create a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment that enables collaboration and innovation. When you succeed, we all succeed.

Intent of the process

The intent of the process is to staff one position on an permanent (indeterminate) basis. A pool of qualified candidates may be established to staff similar temporary, acting, and/or indeterminate positions within the department of Public Services and Procurement Canada.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Successful completion of post-secondary school diploma in fire protection or employer approved alternate such as an acceptable combination of education, training and experience in the field of fire prevention.

Degree equivalency

Experience conducting building fire and life safety inspections within the last five (5) years.

Experience applying federal, provincial and/or municipal building and fire codes

Experience providing advice and guidance on fire prevention best practices.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of legislation and codes pertaining to fire inspection and safety

Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
Thinking Things Through
Working Effectively With Others
Client Service, Level 1
Showing Initiative and Being Action Oriented
Oral Communication
Written Communication

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Recognized post-secondary degree or diploma with a specialization in building sciences (architectural, mechanical, electrical, civil).

Degree equivalency

Certification or eligibility for certification as a fire inspector, fire and explosion investigator, and/or fire protection specialist.

Experience developing and presenting training/information awareness sessions.

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates, who, at the time of application, self-declare* as belonging to one of the following designated Employment Equity groups: Women, Indigenous (Aboriginal) Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Members of Visible Minorities.

* We therefore encourage you to self-declare during the online application process by selecting the appropriate box under the Employment Equity section.

For further details, please refer to the “Other information” section.

Information on employment equity

Willing and able to travel often possibly on short notice, sometimes to remote locations.

Willing and able to work overtime, sometimes on short notice, possibly on evenings and weekends.

Willing and able to work at heights, climb ladders, and enter confined spaces as required.

Willing and able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Possess a valid class G driver’s license or equivalent, or personal mobility to the extent normally associated with the possession of a valid driver’s license.

Willing and able to work at heights, climb ladders, and enter confined spaces as required.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Our intention is to communicate with candidates via email. Candidates who apply on this selection process must include in their application a valid e-mail address and to make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users (some email systems block these types of email). It is the candidate’s responsibility to provide any changes to their personal information to the contact indicated on this job advertisement.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.