Fire Crew Foreperson

1 week ago

Lunenburg County, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

Competition #: 42961

Department:
Natural Resources & Renewables

Location:

LUNENBURG

Type of Employment:
Seasonal

Union Status:
NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date: 30-May-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us


Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources - including biodiversity, forests, geological resources, provincial parks and the land we manage.

The Department of Natural Resources and Renewables is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, mineral, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province's Crown land.

Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.

About Our Opportunity


Under the direction of the Area Manager, or designate, the Forestry/Fire Crew Foreperson is responsible for leading, participating, and supervising seasonal staff who carry out forest fire suppression and pre-suppression activities as well as work in other department programs.

Primary Accountabilities

Some of the primary accountabilities in the role will include:
Conducting general maintenance of department vehicles, buildings, grounds, and equipment.
Complying with, and seeking compliance with, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and department policies from staff.
Actively participating in implementing the department Occupational Health and Safety Policy and Programs.
Operating department vehicles and equipment.
Assisting district technicians in forestry, wildlife, parks, and other general district duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience

This may be the right opportunity for you if you have a minimum of 4 years of related experience. Graduation from a forestry training program at a University, Technical or Community College level will be considered asset.

Related experience includes:


General carpentry; building and grounds maintenance; general machine maintenance; use of tractors, ride-on mowers, push mowers, string trimmers and hand and power tools.

Supervision and evaluating the work of others.
Basic Wildland Fire Suppression Certification.
Knowledge of map and compass reading.
Valid (Standard) First Aid certificate and WHMIS training.
Valid N.S. Class 5 Driver's License or equivalent and able to operate standard shift vehicle.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Knowledge of cleaning methods and sanitation requirements.
Ability to start a Wajax Mark 3 Fire Pump.

Asset Qualifications:

Experience and / or training in radio communication.
Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.
Forest Safety Society certified for power saw and spacing saws.

Demonstrated self-initiated desire to advance skills and/or training in wildland fire suppression (online training, SAT's, exports, off season courses or experience).

Able to use and navigate with GPS units, collate data and properly up/download to/from associated PC software.


We will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency

Benefits:


Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here:
Benefits for government employees.

Working Conditions


This position requires the ability to lead and work as part of a team, performing strenuous manual tasks in an outdoor environment.

Duties often require working irregularly scheduled hours, weekends, evenings and holidays.

During times of high fire activity you may be assigned to other areas of the province to assist in fire suppression.

Must be willing to be transported in department aircraft and attend department training in duties related to this position.
Additional Information

There is a seasonal opportunity available in Lunenburg County. The seasonal term of 4 to 6 months with an end date of October 5, 2024.

Because employees' safety is the utmost concern, as a condition of employment successful applicants must successfully complete the following prior to employment:
Medium Level Pack Test
Entails wearing a 25 pound (11.3 kg.) vest and walking 2 miles (3.3 km) in 30 minutes.
Wajax Mark 3 Fire Pump start-cord pull test
Medical evaluation and clearance form
Must be completed by a physician and paid for by the applicant.
Valid Standard First Aid certificate and WHMIS certification

You must supply your own CSA approved safety boots that are at least 6 inches high.

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