Aerial Wildfire Officer & Flight Ops Lead

Nova Scotia; Shubenacadie; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Engaging workplace

Many career paths

Job summary

Nova Scotia is seeking an Air Attack Officer (Forestry Technician 4) to lead aerial wildfire suppression and provide operational support to the Fleet and Wildfire Management division. The role requires managing aircraft resources safely and efficiently across the province.

Qualifications include a forestry technician diploma, 6+ years in wildfire aerial suppression, and knowledge of aviation regulations. Travel and field deployments are common, with pension and benefits offered by the Nova

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized forestry or related technician diploma program.
• Minimum six years of related experience in wildfire aerial suppression.
• Advanced knowledge of wildland fire behaviour and aerial attack planning.

Responsibilities

• Direct, coordinate and control aerial wildfire suppression operations.
• Conduct aerial reconnaissance and post-mission debriefings; ensure clear radio communications.
• Monitor aircraft readiness, base alert levels, weather and fire danger indices.
• Develop and deliver training for Air Attack Officers and wildfire staff.

Skills

Wildland firefighting

Aerial operations

Radio communications

Leadership

Education

Forestry technician diploma

Tools

ESRI Field Maps

Avenza Maps

ForeFlight

Job description

Nova Scotia is seeking an Air Attack Officer (Forestry Technician 4) to lead aerial wildfire suppression and provide operational support to the Fleet and Wildfire Management division. The role requires managing aircraft resources safely and efficiently across the province.

Qualifications include a forestry technician diploma, 6+ years in wildfire aerial suppression, and knowledge of aviation regulations. Travel and field deployments are common, with pension and benefits offered by the Nova