Air Attack Officer (Forestry Technician 4) Permanent Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources – including biodiversity, forests, provincial parks and the land we manage. The position ensures that aircraft resources are deployed safely, effectively, and efficiently in support of provincial wildfire suppression strategies. As the AAO, you will also provide operational support to the Fleet and Wildfire Management division including wildfire prevention and mitigation, training and equipment initiatives. Direct, coordinate, and control aerial wildfire suppression operations including airspace management, target selection, and drop evaluation. Monitor aircraft readiness, base alert levels, weather conditions, and fire danger indices. Ensure compliance with aviation policies, safety standards, and operational guidelines. Develop, deliver, and evaluate training for Air Attack Officers and wildfire management staff. Contribute to annual wildfire preparedness and pre-suppression planning activities. Support Provincial Wildfire Coordination Centre operations including duty officer rotations, aircraft dispatch, and situation reporting. Wildfire Training, Prevention /Mitigation and Equipment support You have graduated from a recognized forestry or related technician diploma program and have a minimum of six (6) years of related experience. You must be able to demonstrate extensive experience with wildfire aerial suppression tactics using fixed‑and rotary‑wing aircraft operations. You have advanced knowledge and analytical skills to assess wildland fire behaviour and values at risk to develop and adapt aerial attack strategies under dynamic and high‑pressure operational conditions. The role requires a strong working understanding of Canadian Aviation Regulations, restricted wildfire airspace procedures,



and applicable wildfire legislation to ensure aircraft are deployed safely, effectively, and in compliance with established standards. Effective performance requires transparent, concise verbal and written communication, particularly in demanding radio environments, and the ability to remain composed while managing multiple concurrent operational priorities. The position includes leadership responsibilities such as mentoring and developing Air Attack Officer trainees. Proficiency with office productivity software and mobile technology is required, including the use of iPhones, iPads, and operational applications such as ESRI Field Maps, Avenza Maps, and ForeFlight to support situational awareness and decision‑making. Valid class 5 driver's licence or equivalent Valid Canadian passport for international deployments (or ability to obtain) S-490 Advanced Wildland Fire Behaviour course or equivalent Assets: National Air Attack Officer certification Provincial/Territorial Agency Air Attack Officer certification (with the ability to obtain National Air Attack Officer certification) Experience in the development and delivery of training courses in an adult education environment. 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. This position often requires extensive travel within province, nationally, and internationally with minimal notification. Extended periods in small aircraft under turbulence, exposure to G forces, and occasional field movement requiring coordination and stamina. Incumbents will perform a rotating shift to provided seven day per week coverage during the wildfire season and on occasion overtime may be required. Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies Employment Equity Statement: Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, Persons of African Descent, Racialized Persons, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ Persons and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application. This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued. External applicants and current casual employees will only

📌 Air Attack Officer (Shubenacadie)
🏢 Nova Scotia
📍 Shubenacadie