Airport Operations Manager

4 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Vancouver Airport Authority Full time
Job Title: Battalion Chief – Operations

At Vancouver Airport Authority, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced leader to join our team as a Battalion Chief – Operations. This role is responsible for directing and maintaining proper order and conduct of firefighters to ensure the department meets or exceeds required tactical operations while ensuring compliance with all applicable standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support the Deputy Fire Chiefs with operational support in the development and implementation of an overall long-term strategic fire protection plan to ensure the department meets or exceeds required tactical abilities in aircraft rescue and firefighting.
  • Provide relief coverage for the Operations Battalion Chiefs as well as daily/weekly coverage as the on-call duty chief for policy administration.
  • Use your knowledge and significant fire ground operational experience to provide expertise in managing YVR Fire & Rescue operational systems and policies as well as corporate policies.
  • Administer discipline as required, and utilize record management systems and time management software.
  • Maintain all mandatory ARFF training in compliance with CARS regulations.
  • Manage and evaluate levels of staffing for proper response, and coverage policies and present recommendations to the Deputy Fire Chief.
Requirements:
  • NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications – Fire Officer III
  • NFPA 1521, Standard for Fire Department Safety Officer - Incident Safety Officer
  • Incident Command System – Level 300
  • Valid BC Driver's License, Class 3 with air brake endorsement
  • Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership position experience in fire and rescue services.
  • Demonstrated computer competency in related business and office software programs, business writing competency including briefings, memorandums, and reports.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Emergency Management, Fire Service Leadership, or a related field
  • NFPA 1021, Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications – Fire Officer IV
  • NFPA 1041, Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications – Level II

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and contribute to the success of Vancouver Airport Authority. If you are a motivated and experienced leader with a passion for emergency response, we encourage you to apply.



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