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Deputy Chief Dispatcher
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St. John's, NL
Full-time
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Deputy Chief Dispatcher
PAL Airlines
St. John's, NL
Full-time
The Deputy Chief Dispatcher supports the Chief Dispatcher in overseeing flight dispatch operations and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards. This role assists…
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Deputy Chief Building Official
Municipality of Grey Highlands
Markdale, ON
$91,494 to $107,035.5 CAD / year
Full-time
Reporting directly to the Chief Building Official, the Deputy Chief Building Official performs statutory duties of the CBO under the Municipal Act and other related legislation in absence…
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Deputy Chief Building Official
The Corporation of the Municipality of Grey Highla
Markdale, ON
$91,494 to $107,035.5 CAD / year
Full-time
Due to a Vacancy, the Municipality of Grey Highlands is pleased to invite applications for the position of Deputy Chief Building Official.
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Assistant Deputy Chief
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Deputy Fire Chief
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Kawartha Lakes, ON
Full-time
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Deputy Chief, Legislative Counsel and Registrar of Regulations
Government of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
Full-time
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Deputy Chief, Legislative Counsel and Registrar of Regulations
Government of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
Job Title: Deputy Chief Legislative Counsel and Registrar of Regulations
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Assistant Deputy Fire Chief
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Red Deer, AB
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Deputy Fire Chief
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Deputy Fire Chief Administration and Training
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Program Manager, Resilient Minds (Ontario)
Canadian Mental Health Association
Toronto, ON
Contract
…funded full-time, temporary contract. Under the direction of the Deputy Chief of Programs, the Program Manager will lead the planning, implementation, and growth of the program across the…
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Paid Per Call Firefighter
the Town of the Blue Mountains
ON
Travel time from your residence shall not exceed 5 minutes to reach the fire hall. Exceptions to this can only be approved by the Fire Chief and Deputy Chief.
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Six Nations
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Reports to and works under direction and supervision of Six Nations Paramedic Services Chief.
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…role of Casual/Paid-Per-Call Firefighter. Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Operations & Logistics, you will be responsible for responding to emergencies, including fire suppression, rescue…
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Fire Chief - CA Posting
BWXT
Chalk River, ON
Provision of direct management to the Deputy Chiefs of Fire Operations, Fire Training and Fire Prevention.
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Inspector Strategic Operations and Community Safety
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Calgary, AB
Reporting to an Alberta Sheriffs Police Service (ASPS), Deputy Chief, the Inspector provides strategic and operational leadership to support public safety, organizational excellence, and…
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Chief Program Engineer
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Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
Full-time
Chief Engineer, Deputy Chief Engineer, or equivalent technical leadership experience
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Program Chief Engineer
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BWXT

Fire Chief - CA Posting

Chalk River, ON, Canada

Pay: The base salary range for this position in Ontario (CA-ON) at the start of employment is expected to be between $132,000 and $198,700 per year.
Apply by: Dec 1, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 21, 2026

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BWXT Technical Services Canada (TSC) – Delivering Expertise and Innovation in Nuclear Solutions.

Fire Chief, BWXT's Technical Services Canada – CNL Project

BWXT’s Technical Services Canada (TSC) manages and conducts high‑consequence operations within government‑owned facilities, where uncompromising discipline is essential. We support Canada’s nuclear, energy, and environmental missions through a comprehensive range of management, operational, and technical services.

This position is assigned to the BWXT-led Nuclear Laboratories Partners of Canada (NLPC) contract reporting to the Director, Corporate Fire & Emergency Management and is accountable to the Vice President, Health Safety Security & Environment through their line management.

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in fire science, fire administration, business administration, public administration, or a related curriculum
Ten (10) years of experience in fire service positions, five (5) of which must have been in which include administrative or supervisory responsibilities.
Fire service experience must include work in positions which would provide background in fire prevention and investigation, fire training, and related areas of fire department operations and management.
Leadership experience within a fire department or an emergency response organization.
Thorough knowledge of modern techniques and methods as applied to the administration of firefighting and prevention activities, Training, License Conditions, Codes, Standards and Regulations gained through 15 years’ experience in the profession, including a minimum of 5 years as a Deputy Chief Officer.
Incident Command training and experience.
NFPA 1021 Fire Officer Level IV
NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor Level II
NFPA 1403 Live Fire Training Evolutions
NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector II
NFPA 1035 Level II
NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator
Maturity and interpersonal skills, abilities to comprehend or be cognizant with a broad range of technological and/or business issues.
Ability to understand and effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) sensitive information to senior management in the organization and to external agencies and organizations.
Ability to communicate effectively with Union Representatives to resolve management/Union conflicts.
Able to develop confidence through personal and telephone contacts with colleagues in the fire field and various agencies (e.g., MNR, Mutual Aids, etc.).
Ability to organize information, plan and assess issues, and take action within broad organization objectives dealing with a variety of diverse technical, complex organizational, and economic challenges.
Ability to plan, organize and co-ordinate activities of self and others to achieve individual/branch targets.
Highly developed analytical, organizational, negotiation, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Emergency Response Training, First Aid, Fire Suppression, Confined Space, High Angle Rescue, HazMat, Forest Fires. Knowledge of relevant CNSC Regulations, CSA Standards, CNL Policies and Procedures
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Canadian security clearance.
Must reside near or be willing to relocate to the Chalk River, Ontario area.

Job Description/Duties:

The Fire Chief is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Fire Department.
This includes personnel and equipment readiness, adequate training levels, fire prevention activities and coordination required with customer groups to execute tasks necessary.
The Fire Chief provides the leadership necessary to motivate all fire department personnel to perform to a high standard.
The Fire Chief ensures training is compliant, challenging, focused, and outcome driven in order to inspire all to achieve high standards. Where this is not possible, the Fire Chief either addresses resource shortfalls, prioritizes based on risk, or manages performance as appropriate.
In conjunction with the Director, the Fire Chief ensures code compliance with the CNL license and provincial and national codes.
Provision of support and guidance to Fire Prevention and Training to ensure codes and standards are implemented effectively.
The Fire Chief provides leadership, direction and decision-making in managing emergency situations.
The Fire Chief develops strategies and tactics to successfully react to and conclude all emergencies and minimize the loss of lives and company assets.
The Fire Chief is responsible for the application of the collective agreement. They are also the key person on the management team during negotiations.
Management of Fire Operations, Training and Prevention
Provision of direct management to the Deputy Chiefs of Fire Operations, Fire Training and Fire Prevention.
Supporting the development, management and review of annual operational budgets and capital budgets.
Development and maintenance of fire department succession plans and asset management plans.
All other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package supporting health, wellness, and work-life balance. Details will be provided upon offer. Relocation assistance may be available for eligible candidates.

The base salary range for this position in Ontario (CA-ON) at the start of employment is expected to be between $132,000 and $198,700 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world’s most important problems. BWXT’s capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

BWXT embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended or any other category protected by federal law. BWXT is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources.

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Responsibilities

The Fire Chief oversees daily fire department operations, including personnel readiness, training compliance, and emergency response management. They also manage departmental budgets, succession planning, and labor relations while ensuring adherence to provincial and national safety codes.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and possess at least 15 years of fire service experience, including 5 years in a Deputy Chief role. Required certifications include NFPA 1021 Level IV, NFPA 1041 Level II, and various other specialized fire safety qualifications.

Skills

Fire administration
Incident command
Fire prevention
Fire training
Emergency response
Budget management
Leadership
Negotiation
Critical thinking
Problem-solving
Regulatory compliance
Personnel management
Asset management
Communication
Strategic planning

Benefits

Health insurance
Wellness programs
Retirement plans
Relocation assistance

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Keywords

Fire Chief
Nuclear
Emergency Management
NFPA 1021
NFPA 1041
NFPA 1403
NFPA 1031
NFPA 1035
NFPA 1033
CNSC Regulations
CSA Standards
Fire Suppression
HazMat
Confined Space Rescue
High Angle Rescue
Budgeting
Collective Agreement
Succession Planning
Asset Management
Incident Command
Safety Compliance
Leadership
Risk Management
Chalk River
Ontario

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