Fire Chief - CA Posting

BWXT Technical Services Canada (TSC) – Delivering Expertise and Innovation in Nuclear Solutions.    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 1021 Fire Officer Level IV NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor Level II NFPA 1403 Live Fire Training Evolutions NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector II NFPA 1035 Level II NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator 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.

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