Lead Fire Prevention and Training for the City of Colwood, applying fire codes and operational expertise in a senior management position. Support protected, effective service delivery and emergency response as scheduled.

Reporting to the Fire Chief, the Assistant Fire Chief supports administration, planning, coordination, and continuous improvement. The current portfolio covers fire inspections, development review, investigations, public education, community risk reduction, and training. The position also acts as a Duty Chief within the region.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead the department’s fire inspection program and development review
Oversee fire investigations, public education, and risk reduction
Direct departmental training development, coordination, and delivery




Support Fire Department administration, planning, and continuous improvement
Respond to emergencies as a scheduled regional Duty Chief

Requirements:
Eight years of progressively responsible Fire Service experience
Five or more years in a Senior Officer role
Knowledge of provincial codes, NFPA, CAN/ULC, and CSA standards
Valid Class 3 licence with Air Brake Endorsement
ICS 300 and Emergency Medical certification

Bring fire prevention leadership, training oversight, code expertise, and operational readiness experience to the City of Colwood.

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