Fire/Disaster Prevention Supervisor

NextStar Energy; Windsor; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NextStar Energy, Canada’s first large-scale battery manufacturing facility in Windsor, Ontario, is seeking a Fire/Disaster Prevention Supervisor to join our team. You will lead the Emergency Response Team, develop programs, and ensure readiness across the site.

The role requires five+ years in emergency response or fire protection, strong knowledge of safety standards, and the ability to respond after hours in a fast-paced industrial setting. We value collaboration and professional development.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Fire Protection or related discipline.
• Minimum five years in emergency response or fire protection with leadership.
• Experience developing emergency programs, training, drills, and incident coordination.
• Knowledge of emergency response principles, fire protection systems, risk assessment and standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment and respond outside hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the site's Emergency Response Team.
• Develop and maintain emergency response programs, policies and standards.
• Lead emergency planning, incident response, drills, exercises, and decision-making during emergencies.
• Coordinate ERT training, competency development, certifications, and the First Responder Volunteer Program.
• Develop and maintain emergency response documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, risk assessments, reports, and records.
• Manage emergency response equipment, inventories, procurement, and resource planning to ensure operational readiness.
• Provide operational oversight of third-party emergency response contractors, including staffing, scheduling, performance, and deployment planning.
• Partner with internal departments and external emergency services, contractors, vendors, and community agencies to strengthen emergency preparedness and response.
• Monitor program performance, training compliance, and operational metrics to identify improvement opportunities and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Support the development of a high-performing, sustainable emergency response program that protects people, property, and business continuity.

Skills

Emergency leadership

Fire protection

Risk assessment

Industrial safety

Training coordination

Drills coordination

Education

Post-secondary education in Fire Protection

Emergency Management

Occupational Health & Safety

Job description

NextStar Energy (NSE) is Canada’s first large-scale battery manufacturing facility. Located in Windsor, Ontario, NextStar Energy is dedicated to the development and innovation of sustainable and efficient energy solutions, empowering the future of mobility.

At NextStar Energy, you’re joining a team where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are at the heart of everything we do. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on your well-being. We provide customized training programs and select global learning opportunities to support your professional development and career growth. Your contributions are valued, and we are creating a company-wide rewards program to recognize them. Our leaders foster a supportive, trusting environment where your voice is heard. We believe that, together, we can achieve more.

We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Fire/Disaster Prevention Supervisor to join our Team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations, readiness, and continuous improvement of the site's Emergency Response Team (ERT).
• Develop, implement, and maintain emergency response programs, policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Lead emergency planning, incident response, drills, exercises, and operational decision-making during emergency events.
• Coordinate ERT training, competency development, certifications, and the First Responder Volunteer Program.
• Develop and maintain emergency response documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, risk assessments, reports, and records.
• Manage emergency response equipment, inventories, procurement, and resource planning to ensure operational readiness.
• Provide operational oversight of third-party emergency response contractors, including staffing, scheduling, performance, and deployment planning.
• Partner with internal departments and external emergency services, contractors, vendors, and community agencies to strengthen emergency preparedness and response.
• Monitor program performance, training compliance, and operational metrics to identify improvement opportunities and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Support the development of a high-performing, sustainable emergency response program that protects people, property, and business continuity.

Minimum Requirements

• Post-secondary education in Fire Protection, Emergency Management, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum five years of progressive experience in emergency response, fire protection, industrial safety, or emergency management, including leadership experience.
• Experience developing emergency response programs, conducting training, leading drills, and coordinating emergency incidents.
• Strong knowledge of emergency response principles, fire protection systems, risk assessment, and applicable legislation and standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment and respond to emergency situations outside normal business hours, as required.

NextStar Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. NextStar Energy is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.