Fire Inspector

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Canadian Base Operators' Meaford's team is growing! If you are a committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.
The Fire Inspector position is located in Meaford at the 4th Canadian Division Training Centre and typically reports directly to the Fire Chief. Their primary focus is responsible for carrying out fire inspections in accordance with the CFFM's ITM requirements and emergency operations in accordance with the NFPA standards.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Conduct fire inspections in accordance with the ITM requirements while completing and maintaining relevant documentation
- Keep current proficiency with all codes and standards related to fire inspection and the requirements of the Canadian Forces Fire Marshal's (CFFM) office
- Coordinate an Emergency Evacuation Organization to include Building Trustees, Chief Fire Wardens and Fire Wardens to ensure completion of monthly inspections
- Ensure all deficiencies noted within fire inspections and Emergency Evacuation Organization are corrected in a timely manner
- Act as technical advisor to the Project Authority in fire related matters and be prepared to answer questions factually
- Monitor all construction projects to ensure fire code compliance
- Maintain an availability for on-call duties as required
- Respond to various types of emergencies and perform duties within the NFPA standards
- Maintain and inspect fire department vehicles and equipment on a routine basis in conjunction with NFPA standards
- Conduct various lessons and participate in emergency response team training
- Perform other assigned tasks, as required.
**COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS**
- Communicates Effectively
- Customer Focus
- Holds Self and Others Accountable
- Problem Solving and Innovation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Values and Respects Others
**EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS**
- Must have an Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent
The following certifications/designations are considered an asset
- Knowledge of DND policies and procedures is an additional asset
**WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS**
- 2 years' experience as Level 2 Fire Inspector. Experience on a DND establishment preferred
- NFPA 1001 Fire Fighter Level 1 &
2
- NFPA 1002 Driver/Pump Operator
- NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector, Level 1 and 2 with ability to achieve Level 3
- NFPA 1051 Wildland Fire Fighter Level 2 or Provincial equivalent
- Plans Examiner NFPA compliant
- NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials Operations
- NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator
- NFPA 1035 Fire Life Safety Educator
- NFPA 1041 Fire Services Instructor Level 1
- Incident Command Systems (ISC) 100 or equivalent
- Ontario D Licence with Z (air brake) endorsement
- Must possess a clear driver's abstract;
and must be able to obtain and maintain a military 404 Drivers Licence
- Standard First Aid &
CPR/AED
**SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS**
Proficient knowledge and understanding of:
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and with mínimal direction
*Must be able to achieve and maintain a Government of Canada Security Clearance*