Fire Chief - CA Posting

BWX Technologies, Inc.; Chalk River; On-site; CAD 132,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

BWXT's Technical Services Canada in Chalk River, Ontario is seeking a Fire Chief to lead the day-to-day operations of the Fire Department at NLPC project.

The role requires extensive fire service leadership, incident command, and regulatory compliance knowledge, with responsibilities including training, prevention, and coordination with customer groups and external agencies. Eligible for Canadian security clearance and relocation to Chalk River area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in fire science, fire administration, business administration, public administration, or a related curriculum.
• 10 years of experience in fire service positions with administrative or supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience in fire prevention and investigation, training, and related fire department operations and management.
• Leadership experience within a fire department or emergency response organization.
• 15 years in the profession with at least 5 years as Deputy Chief Officer, including Incident Command training and NFPA 1403 Live Fire Training Evolutions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Fire Department.
• Ensure personnel and equipment readiness and adequate training levels.
• Provide leadership to motivate fire department personnel to high performance.
• Ensure training is compliant, challenging, and outcome-driven; address resource shortfalls or manage performance as needed.
• Ensure code compliance with CNL license and provincial/national codes.
• Support Fire Prevention and Training to implement codes and standards effectively.
• Provide leadership in managing emergencies and developing strategies to minimize loss of lives and assets.
• Manage collective agreement and serve as key management negotiator; supervise Fire Operations, Training, and Prevention.
• Assist in developing and reviewing annual operating and capital budgets and asset management plans.

Skills

Leadership

Emergency response

Incident Command

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in fire science or related field

Job description

Fire Chief, BWXT's Technical Services Canada – CNL Project

BWXT’s Technical Services Canada (TSC) manages and conducts high‑consequence operations within government‑owned facilities, where uncompromising discipline is essential. We support Canada’s nuclear, energy, and environmental missions through a comprehensive range of management, operational, and technical services.

This position is assigned to the BWXT-led Nuclear Laboratories Partners of Canada (NLPC) contract reporting to the Director, Corporate Fire & Emergency Management and is accountable to the Vice President, Health Safety Security & Environment through their line management .

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in fire science, fire administration, business administration, public administration, or a related curriculum
• Ten (10) years of experience in fire service positions, five (5) of which must have been in which include administrative or supervisory responsibilities.
• Fire service experience must include work in positions which would provide background in fire prevention and investigation, fire training, and related areas of fire department operations and management.
• Leadership experience within a fire department or an emergency response organization.
• Thorough knowledge of modern techniques and methods as applied to the administration of firefighting and prevention activities, Training, License Conditions, Codes, Standards and Regulations gained through 15 years’ experience in the profession, including a minimum of 5 years as a Deputy Chief Officer.
• Incident Command training and experience.
• NFPA 1403 Live Fire Training Evolutions
• Maturity and interpersonal skills, abilities to comprehend or be cognizant with a broad range of technological and/or business issues.
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) sensitive information to senior management in the organization and to external agencies and organizations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Union Representatives to resolve management/Union conflicts.
• Able to develop confidence through personal and telephone contacts with colleagues in the fire field and various agencies (e.g., MNR, Mutual Aids, etc.).
• Ability to organize information, plan and assess issues, and take action within broad organization objectives dealing with a variety of diverse technical, complex organizational, and economic challenges.
• Ability to plan, organize and co‑ordinate activities of self and others to achieve individual/branch targets.
• Highly developed analytical, organizational, negotiation, critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Emergency Response Training, First Aid, Fire Suppression, Confined Space, High Angle Rescue, HazMat, Forest Fires. Knowledge of relevant CNSC Regulations, CSA Standards, CNL Policies and Procedures
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Canadian security clearance.
• Must reside near or be willing to relocate to the Chalk River, Ontario area.

Job Description/Duties:

• The Fire Chief is responsible for the day‑to‑day operations of the Fire Department.
• This includes personnel and equipment readiness, adequate training levels, fire prevention activities and coordination required with customer groups to execute tasks necessary.
• The Fire Chief provides the leadership necessary to motivate all fire department personnel to perform to a high standard.
• The Fire Chief ensures training is compliant, challenging, focused, and outcome driven in order to inspire all to achieve high standards. Where this is not possible, the Fire Chief either addresses resource shortfalls, prioritizes based on risk, or manages performance as appropriate.
• In conjunction with the Director, the Fire Chief ensures code compliance with the CNL license and provincial and national codes.
• Provision of support and guidance to Fire Prevention and Training to ensure codes and standards are implemented effectively.
• The Fire Chief provides leadership, direction and decision‑making in managing emergency situations.
• The Fire Chief develops strategies and tactics to successfully react to and conclude all emergencies and minimize the loss of lives and company assets.
• The Fire Chief is responsible for the application of the collective agreement. They are also the key person on the management team during negotiations.
• Management of Fire Operations, Training and Prevention
• Provision of direct management to the Deputy Chiefs of Fire Operations, Fire Training and Fire Prevention.
• Supporting the development, management and review of annual operational budgets and capital budgets.
• Development and maintenance of fire department succession plans and asset management plans.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

The base salary range for this position in Ontario (CA-ON)at the start of employment is expected to be between $132,000 and $198,700 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world’s most important problems. BWXT’s capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

BWXT embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended or any other category protected by federal law.BWXT is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.

Job Segment:

Nuclear, Security Clearance, Inspector, Emergency Management, Compliance, Energy, Government, Quality, Legal