Fire Inspector
7 months ago
5944BR
Fire Inspector
Job Posting
Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for up to nine (9) permanent, full-time Fire Inspector positions in Fire Prevention with Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency. The anticipated start date for these positions will be as soon as possible. We encourage applications from African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women (applying for non-traditional positions), persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of the LGBTQ+ community. HRM encourages applicants to self-identify.
Under the direction of the Division Captain Fire Prevention, the Fire Inspector is responsible for conducting building inspection for Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency (HRFE) in accordance with the requirements under the Nova Scotia Fire Safety Act.
The Fire Inspector is required to act in concert with other regulatory staff and agencies to ensure compliance with construction, development, and other health and safety-related regulations. The position is appointed Municipal Fire Inspector pursuant to the Nova Scotia Fire Safety Act.
The Fire Inspector conducts themselves in a professional, competent manner at all times when representing HRFE & the HRM with building owners, tenants, outside agencies and internal service providers.
Please note, this is a repost of competition 5944BR. If you applied to the original competition you do not need to reapply as your application has already been considered.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience Level 2 Fire Inspector Certification or Level 2 Building Official Diploma of Qualification and ability to obtain Level 2 Fire Inspector Certification. Minimum five (5) years’ relevant experience administering a Fire Safety Act and Regulations, Building Code Act and Regulations and/or equivalent legislation. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Must be able to demonstrate capacity and competency to inspect all buildings, structures, facilities, and occupancies by the National Building Code of Canada and National Fire Code of Canada. Valid driver's license. Considerable experience inspecting complex buildings (ex: high rise, industrial) similar to those found in Halifax Regional Municipality considered an asset.
Technical/Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities Detailed knowledge of the HRM Charter, Nova Scotia Building and Fire Codes, Nova Scotia Fire Safety Act, HRM By-laws M200, O109, F100 and B400; Must have a sound knowledge and understanding of common law principals including precedents resulting from Court and Regulatory Body decisions. Knowledge of associated construction approval departments and agencies as well as their related procedures and regulations. Knowledge of business related software and technology, i.e. spreadsheets, databases, word processing, email, etc. (FDM, Microsoft Suite and Hansen Information System would be considered an asset). Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.
Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion. Interviews, testing and in-person recruitment activities are being conducted in-person and in adherence with current COVID-19 Public Health protocols.
Competencies: Analytical Thinking, Conflict Management, Communication, Customer Service, Decision Making, Organization & Planning, Organizational Awareness, Risk Management, Teamwork & Cooperation, Valuing Diversity, Values & Ethics
WORK STATUS: Permanent, full-time.
HOURS OF WORK: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week
SALARY: $93,203. annual as per IAFF Local 268 Collective Agreement - 85% of a 1st Class Firefighter.
WORK LOCATION: Mellor Avenue, Dartmouth - with ability to travel in company vehicle
CLOSING DATE: Posting will remain open until all positions are filled. Applications will be reviewed regularly.
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