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Halifax Regional Municipality

Fire Inspector

Lower Sackville, NS, Canada

SALARY: $94,154.42, as per the IAFF 268 Collective Agreement · Full-time

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Pay: SALARY: $94,154.42, as per the IAFF 268 Collective Agreement
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 25, 2026
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 26, 2026

Original job description

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the permanent, full-time position of Fire Inspector in Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inspects existing buildings and occupancies for compliance with the Nova Scotia Fire Safety Act and Regulations and various Municipal By-laws;

Identify and report on inaccuracies in the property data;

Responds to complaints or concerns from the public and internal staff, and conducts follow-up inspections where violations have been noted;

Maintains contemporaneous, thorough and accurate records of all activities;

Documents evidence file and represents HRFE during legal proceedings;

Enforces operational guidelines, occupational health and safety standards, rules, regulations, policies, systems and procedures for safe and efficient fire prevention operations;

Reviews and coordinates the development of operational policies and guidelines, and recommends any changes or additions deemed necessary;

Maintains regulatory appointments (Municipal Fire Inspector, Local Assistant and Special Constable);

Inform building owners on “noncompliant” conditions and take such actions as is necessary to achieve compliance;

Assist in the mentorship and guidance of junior positions;

Prepare long form prosecution referrals;

Remain current in all regulatory and technical construction standards;

Responsible under the Internal Responsibility System (IRS) as defined in the Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act to have a direct responsibility for health and safety as an essential part of their work;

Review tender documents for compliance with Orders to Remedy required under the Fire Safety Act;

Prepare “Orders” or “Notices” and reports for maintenance as required by the Fire Safety Act and Regulations and HRM Charter;

Give evidence in the way of expert opinion and/or testimony at various quasi-judicial hearings or pursuant to Part 15 of the HRM Charter;

Research of NFC, NBC and manufacturers reference documents both manually and online including CSA, NFPA, CCMC, ULC, CGSB, etc;

Responsible for other duties assigned as appropriate to the function and responsibilities of the position.

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 is considered an asset.
Minimum five (5) years’ relevant experience administering the Fire Safety Act and Regulations, Building Code Act and Regulations and/or related legislation, is considered an asset.
Must be able to demonstrate capacity and competency to inspect all buildings, structures, facilities, and occupancies as defined by the Nova Scotia Building Code and Nova Scotia Fire Code.
Valid Nova Scotia driver's license.
Considerable experience inspecting complex buildings (ex: high rise, industrial) similar to those found in HRM 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.

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 to Friday, for 40 hours per week.

SALARY: $94,154.42, as per the IAFF 268 Collective Agreement

WORK LOCATION: Acadia Centre, 636 Sackville Drive, Lower Sackville NS B4C 2S3. Work location may change based on operational requirements.

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 PM on November 14, 2026.

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link: Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax

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Responsibilities

Inspect buildings and occupancies for compliance with fire safety legislation, building codes, and municipal bylaws; investigate concerns, document findings, and take action to achieve compliance. Maintain regulatory appointments and records, prepare orders and prosecution referrals, provide evidence in legal proceedings, and support operational policies and junior staff.

Requirements

The posting identifies Level 2 Fire Inspector Certification, or a Level 2 Building Official Diploma with the ability to obtain that certification, as an asset, along with at least five years of relevant legislative administration experience as an asset. Candidates must be capable of inspecting buildings and occupancies under applicable codes, hold a valid Nova Scotia driver's license, and have detailed knowledge of relevant legislation, codes, bylaws, and construction approval processes.

Skills

Fire Safety Inspections
Building Code Compliance
Fire Code Compliance
Regulatory Enforcement
Construction Standards
Evidence Documentation
Legal Testimony
Prosecution Referrals
Risk Management
Occupational Health and Safety
Policy Development
Conflict Management
Communication
Decision Making
Customer Service
Microsoft Office

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Keywords

Level 2 Fire Inspector Certification
Level 2 Building Official Diploma
Nova Scotia Fire Safety Act
Nova Scotia Fire Code
Nova Scotia Building Code
HRM Charter
HRM Bylaws M200, O109, F100, and B400
Fire Prevention
Building Inspections
Fire Safety Regulations
Building Code Act
Regulatory Compliance
Construction Standards
Municipal Fire Inspector
Local Assistant
Special Constable
Orders to Remedy
Prosecution Referrals
Evidence Documentation
Quasi-Judicial Hearings
Occupational Health and Safety Act
Internal Responsibility System
NFPA
CSA
ULC
CCMC
CGSB
FDM
Microsoft Suite
Hansen Information System

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