Wildfire Superintendent - Northern Region

Government of Manitoba; Thompson; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental body in Canada is seeking a Wildfire Superintendent to oversee programs in the Northern Region. This role requires strong leadership in wildfire policy development and management of complex wildfire management programs. Qualified candidates will have post-secondary education in natural resource management and supervisory experience in wildfire settings. The position includes a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing wildfire or land-based programming.
• Supervisory experience including performance evaluations.
• Field experience in wildfire suppression.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee wildfire management programs.
• Provide leadership in wildfire policy development.
• Manage staff and operations across the region.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Post-secondary education in natural resource management or related field

Job description

Wildfire Superintendent – Northern Region

Regular/full-time

Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures – Wildfire Service, Conservation & Wildfire Services Division

Thompson, MB

Salary

P10 $95,454.00 – $121,063.00 per year plus Remote Allowance, if applicable

Closing Date

January 18, 2026

EEO Statement

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 drive 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.

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 performance evaluations, attendance management, discipline and investigation of complaints/concerns.
• Field experience in wildfire suppression in a 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 communicate with a wide range of staff, colleagues and stakeholders.
• Strong written communication 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 types of aircraft, and overnight stays in primitive accommodation.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits

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.

Contact

• Phone: 204‑945‑6892
• Fax: 204‑945‑0601
• Email: [e-mail]

Application

Please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.