Fire Protection Engineer- Onsite

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories; Chalk River; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to provide expertise in fire safety and compliance at their Chalk River location. This role involves reviewing fire hazard analyses, conducting inspections, and ensuring adherence to fire protection codes and standards. The successful candidate will play a vital role in enhancing fire protection systems and promoting safety within the organization. Join a team dedicated to advancing nuclear science and technology while enjoying the natural beauty of the Ottawa Valley. If you are passionate about making a difference and possess the necessary qualifications, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal)

Benefits effective day one

Tuition support

Pension plan

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of related experience in fire protection preferred.
• Knowledge of NFPA, CSA N-293, and CSA-N393 standards required.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate fire safety documentation for compliance.
• Conduct project inspections and witness tests of fire protection systems.
• Provide oversight of site fire protection programs.

Skills

Fire Protection Engineering

National Building Code

National Fire Code

Fire Safety Assessments

Technical Expertise

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering or Applied Science

Job description

Are you looking for a role that will challenge you? Would you like to make a difference in Fire Protection? If you answered yes, then this job may be for you! Our Chalk River location is looking for a Fire Protection Engineer to provide subject matter expertise in the area of fire protection and fire department emergency services to ensure compliance with applicable fire protection codes and standards on fire protection equipment/system and to inform the appropriate official of contraventions of such codes and standards so that necessary corrective action may take place. Apply today!

What will you be doing!

• Reviewing fire hazard analyses, assessments, and other fire safety documentation for compliance with applicable requirements.
• Completing fire safety assessments associated with the Fire Protection screening process.
• Completing or reviewing FHA’s as required.
• Reviewing and evaluating requests for fire safety exemptions and equivalencies.
• Describing the conditions to be considered when inspecting and testing fire protection systems to verify or validate design features.
• Conducting project inspections and witness tests of buildings and fire protection systems to determine compliance with plans and specifications, and applicable standards and regulations.
• Reviewing plans and specifications to determine compliance with the fire protection requirements of applicable standards and regulations.
• Providing oversight of the site fire protection and fire department emergency services programs and their implementation.
• Reviewing the adequacy of contractor fire protection programs to ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, Departmental Orders, standards, guides, and accepted “Improved Risk” practice.
• Assisting with the preparation/review of the inspection, testing and maintenance procedures for fire equipment/systems in accordance with the applicable codes and standards.
• Coordinating the implementation of an electronic monitoring system for inspection and testing on fire equipment/systems.
• Developing a training component for the firefighters to perform their duties regarding the inspection and testing of fire equipment/systems.
• Other duties as assigned by your manager.

What we are looking for:

• Education:
  • Bachelor Degree (Honours) in engineering or applied science from a university of recognized standing.
• Experience:
  • Five to seven (5-7) years of related experience or other fire protection. Candidates with Fire Protection, Mechanical or Civil Engineering are given preference.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Good understanding of the National Building Code, National Fire Code, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), CSA N-293, and CSA-N393 standards and their applications.
  • Ability to provide technical expertise for the improvement of CRL fire protection equipment/systems (best technology) and their suitability for protection from fire.
  • Verify the inspection, test, and maintenance required for typical fire protection equipment/systems.
  • Maintain proficiency in fire protection engineering and fire department emergency services concepts and practices through continued education, training, and periodic review of fire protection codes and standards, which apply to Canadian Nuclear Laboratories and its contractors.
  • Ability to plan and organize meetings and projects within the fire service and external groups.
• Security Clearance Eligibility Required:
  • Level 2 Secret which has a minimum requirement of 7 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United States and/or the United Kingdom.

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:

This role is a fully onsite role that requires the employee to primarily work at CNL’s Chalk River Laboratory site, with only occasional opportunities to work remotely, if desired by the employee. CNL’s Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an area that is environmentally pristine with extensive forests, hills and numerous small lakes, all of which support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa, and Deep River, provide you with unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep!

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders, and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Read here for more on our DE&I Commitment.

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 inclusive of 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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