Fire Standards specialist

Are you looking for a role where no two days are the same? Do you enjoy assisting in developing, implementing, and evaluating a Fire Protection Program? Do you want to work in an environment where you can ensure compliance with the National Building Code of Canada and the National Fire Code of Canada? Can you see yourself being an awesome leader who sets and meets the goals of the Fire Protection Program? If you answered yes, then this might be a role for you! Our Chalk River Laboratories (CRL) is looking for a Fire Protection Specialist to join the team. Apply today!

What will you be doing!

• Developing and implementing an effective "Fire Protection Documentation Review" Program.
• Liaising with external and internal organizations as directed by the Manager, Fire Protection Program.
• Reviewing and identifying areas for improvement and ensuring amendments are completed for existing governance, teaching plans and course documents.
• Developing and implementing an effective "Training Plan Monitoring Program."
• Working cooperatively with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to update and maintain Fire Protection Program materials.
• Researching trends and developments to improve the effectiveness of the Fire Protection Program.
• Ensuring training programs/Master Lesson Directives/Teaching Plans are conducted in accordance with Training Plan.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.
  

What we are looking for:

• Education
  • Bachelors (Honour) in Engineering or Science from a university of recognized standing; or membership in an engineering or scientific professional organization authorized by statute to establish qualification for membership in that organization.
  • Certificates/training in course design, instruction, analysis, and evaluations will be considered assets.
  • Certificates/training in project management will be considered an asset.
  • Certificates/training in fire protection systems and fire operations will be considered an asset.
  • Certificates/training in disaster response, emergency preparedness, and emergency management will be considered assets.
  • Certificates/Training in incident investigation will be considered an asset.
• Experience
  • Minimum seven (7) years of related experience.
  • NFPA 1041 Level I and Level II will be considered an asset.
  • Experience with fire protection systems, including fire water distribution, will be considered an asset.
  • Fire service training experience, including development, implementation and evaluation of training standards, will be considered an asset.
  • Technical report writing and review experience will be considered an asset.
  • Standards development experience will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Knowledge of applying the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) will be considered an asset.
  • Familiarity with fire protection engineering principles and fire departmental policies, protocols, and operations.
  • Familiarity with practices, procedures, and equipment for fighting structural and wildland fires, technical rescue, and hazardous material incidents.
  • Familiarity with nuclear industry standards for developing and implementing fire protection standards.
  • Familiarity with the National Building Code of Canada, National Fire Code of Canada, and other applicable codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, CSA, ULC).
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Exchange).
  • Ability to establish work priorities and handle various tasks efficiently and effectively, combined with strong organizational and time management skills, dealing with multiple tasks and competing priorities within short timelines.
  • Ability to take action and display initiative as problems and opportunities arise, which require attention while maintaining integrity and a courteous and respectful manner.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills and capacity for thoroughness and attention to detail.
  • Mature judgment, initiative and ability to identify problems and propose appropriate remedial action.
  • Must be tactful and honest and work with diplomacy.
  • Must be an effective communicator, both orally and in writing.
  • Leader and member of various teams as required—ability and willingness to be a team player.
  • Ability and willingness to accommodate and support the unique learning styles of adults to ensure they successfully meet the training requirements of their positions.
  • Able to attain and maintain Group 3 Radiation Protection training.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required
  • Level 3 Top Secret requires a minimum of 7 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's "Standard on Security Screening" and the "Policy on Government Security."
    

Working Conditions:

• Work in an environment that requires walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time. The environment can become hazardous.
• Annual Respirator Fit Tested.
• Must remain on duty during an emergency.
• Occasional travel is required for training and travel to training sites.
• Requirement to wear personal protective equipment to mitigate any potential physical/health hazards.

Why CNL?

Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

We offer a complete total rewards package :

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• Benefits effective day one, that's right, no waiting period;
• Tuition support
• and a pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.
  

Location:

CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects, including accommodations for all employees.

CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.

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