Life Safety Systems Coordinator

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community - UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

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**The opportunity**:
This position has the responsibility for the technical coordination and operational management of Life Safety Systems throughout the University to ensure compliance with all applicable City, Provincial, and Federal Codes, bylaws, regulations, and standards concerning fire and life safety. Provide Life Safety operational support on systems which include but not limited to; fire alarms, sprinklers, suppression, fire pumps, deluge, emergency lighting, standpipes, fire department connections, equipment access, security and monitoring alarm systems critical to the performance of the overall life safety program. Other duties as assigned.

**The qualifications and experience we’re looking for**:

- Engineering Degree or Technology Diploma with additional Fire Systems Certifications required.
- Direct experience in Fire system protection and operations in a large organization is required.
- Significant experience in fire protection industry with direct exposure to operational planning and response, may be considered.
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in fire protection and operation (fire safety, ventilation, alarm systems engineering and management, including all facets of system configuration, programming, as well as sound knowledge of installation and troubleshooting) is required.
- Operational knowledge of building fire protection systems, interconnected auxiliary devices, fire response and evacuation protocols required.
- Must have a broad and deep knowledge of Building Code, Fire Code, Electrical and Canadian Standards.
- Knowledgeable of different types of life safely/ electrical/ mechanical systems and devices required.
- Must have general working knowledge of PC hardware and Microsoft Office operating systems.
- High level and working knowledge of applicable City, Provincial, and National Fire and Building Codes, CAN/ULC requirements for fire alarm system, suppression systems, and electrical systems required.
- An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills required.
- Excellent strategic, engineering, and analytical thinking, interpersonal, problems solving skills required.
- Ability to review life safely and mechanical/electrical documents for construction purposes, including renovations and/or alterations to existing systems required.
- Demonstrated abilities to work effectively in a team environment, deal tactfully with all levels of staff and administration, and able to handle stress well required.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and make decisions during emergency/complicated situations required.
- Good physical condition, able to visit all areas, crawlspaces, attics, etc. without assistance is required.
- Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.
- Positive attitude and a willingness to develop in a specialized discipline.
- Willingness to embrace new technologies.
- Familiarity with computerized scheduling and work order systems would be an asset.

**Why the University of Manitoba?**

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

- Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
- Competitive vacation time.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

**Closing Date: July 7, 2025**

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

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