44798 - Wildfire Superintendent - Northern Region (P10)

[email protected]; Thompson; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government in Thompson, MB, is seeking a Wildfire Superintendent to oversee wildfire management. The ideal candidate will possess supervisory, financial management, and strong communication skills, with post-secondary education related to natural resource management. This position offers a salary range of $95,454.00 - $121,063.00 per year plus benefits. The role requires extensive travel throughout Manitoba, including remote areas.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and managing wildfire or land-based programming.
• Field experience in wildfire suppression.
• Experience procuring and managing projects.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee wildfire management programs in the Northern Fire Region.
• Provide leadership in the development of wildfire policies and budgets.
• Manage staff and operations under the Executive Director's leadership.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Financial management

Strong interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective verbal communication

Strong written communication

Education

Post-secondary education in natural resource management

Job description

Wildfire Superintendent - Northern Region

Regular/full-time Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures

Wildfire Superintendent - Northern Region P10 Wildlife Superintendent Regular/full-time Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures Wildfire Service, Conservation & Wildfire Services Division Thompson MB Advertisement Number: 44798 Salary(s): P10 $95,454.00 - $121,063.00 per year Plus Remote Allowance, if applicable Closing Date: January 18, 2026 The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities). Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.

Introduction

The Regional Wildfire Superintendent (RWS) is a senior management position responsible for directing and overseeing the delivery of complex wildfire management programs within the Northern Fire Region.

Duties

Reporting to the Executive Director of the Wildfire Service, the Wildfire Superintendent- Northern Region provides leadership and oversight in the development, coordination, and evaluation of wildfire policies, directives, programs and budgets. The Superintendent directs and manages staff and operations across the region, under the direction of the Executive Director and in close collaboration with other Superintendents and the Provincial Fire Centre.

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary education from a recognized college or university in a field related to natural resource management, forestry, fire science, or other natural sciences. An equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered.
• Experience in planning, administering/delivering and managing wildfire or land‑based programming.
• Supervisory experience, including experience with performance evaluations/management, attendance management, discipline, investigating complaints/concerns.
• Field experience in wildfire suppression, in supervisory role.
• Financial management experience including: preparing, monitoring and controlling annual operating, salary, and capital budgets.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Effective verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of staff, colleagues and stakeholders.
• Strong written communications skills, with the ability to complete high level authority seeking documents, Advisory notes and proposals.
• Experience procuring/contracting goods and services and managing projects and contractor relationships.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must possess and maintain a Class 5 Manitoba Driver's licence.
• Must be willing and able to travel within Manitoba and Canada, including travel to remote areas by different type of aircraft, and overnight stays in primitive accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits

If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career, this is a great opportunity to join our team! The Manitoba government has a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers). Training and career development opportunities are also available for employees.

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Advertisement #44798 Talent Acquisition - Executive Recruitment Human Resource Services 608-330 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0C4 Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Email: [e-mail]
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