Multiple Technical Compliance and Advisory Roles

Help Strengthen Alberta's Safety Codes System

The Safety Codes Council plays a critical role in Alberta’s structural and technical safety system. Through regulatory oversight, technical expertise, and stakeholder support, we help strengthen public safety and build confidence in Alberta's safety codes system.

We are recruiting for three specialized opportunities:

• Safety Codes Officer (SCO), Fire - This role leads inspections, investigations, and enforcement activities that help protect Albertans from fire and life-safety risks.
• Safety Codes Officer (SCO), Building - This role provides technical expertise and guidance on building-code interpretation, compliance, and regulatory consistency.
• Compliance and Technical Advisor (CTA), Plumbing, Gas & Private Sewage - This role supports Alberta's safety codes system through audits, compliance reviews, technical guidance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Safety Codes Officer (SCO), Fire

What You'll Do

As a senior fire-safety resource, you'll assess fire and life-safety risks through inspections, investigations, technical reviews, and enforcement activities. You'll interpret and apply fire codes and legislation, respond to complex compliance issues, support fire investigations, and provide technical guidance to municipalities, fire departments, accredited organizations, and industry stakeholders. You'll also help strengthen regulatory practices and service delivery through continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a certified Fire Safety Codes Officer (Group A, Group B2, Group C1) with experience conducting inspections, investigations, and regulatory reviews in complex environments. You'll succeed in the role if you bring strong technical knowledge of Alberta's fire safety requirements, sound regulatory judgment, and the ability to assess risk, make defensible decisions, and communicate technical information clearly to diverse audiences.

Safety Codes Officer (SCO), Building

What You'll Do

As a technical subject matter expert, you'll provide guidance on building-code interpretation and complex compliance matters across Alberta's safety codes system. You'll support permit, occupancy, and alternative solution reviews, investigate complaints, participate in enforcement activities, and develop technical interpretations and guidance materials. You'll also work with municipalities and accredited organizations to promote consistency, quality assurance, and public safety.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking an certified Building Safety Codes Officer, including Part 3 Buildings and HVAC across all occupancies, with at least five years of experience. You'll succeed in the role if you have a strong understanding of Alberta's building legislation, standards, and alternative solutions process, along with the analytical skills and professional judgment needed to navigate complex technical and regulatory matters.

Compliance and Technical Advisor (CTA), Plumbing, Gas & Private Sewage

What You'll Do

As a technical and trusted resource, you'll help strengthen Alberta's safety codes system by conducting accreditation audits, compliance reviews, and risk assessments of accredited organizations. You'll analyze compliance trends, evaluate permitting and inspection practices, develop findings and recommendations, provide technical guidance, support Safety Risk Management requirements, and contribute to training, stakeholder education, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a certified Safety Codes Officer in Plumbing (Group A & B) and Gas, with at least five years of experience. You'll succeed in the role if you bring strong knowledge of the Safety Codes Act, compliance monitoring, auditing principles, and regulatory oversight, along with the ability to analyze complex information, identify risks, and provide practical recommendations that improve accountability and consistency.

Why Join Us?

At the Safety Codes Council, you'll join a team of trusted professionals who are committed to technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer a flexible, service-oriented environment where people are empowered to share their expertise, tackle complex challenges, and contribute to Alberta's safety codes system.

In addition to meaningful work, we also offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Vacation and personal days
• 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
• Health and lifestyle spending account
• Professional development support
• Employer-matched retirement savings plan
• Hybrid and remote work options (role dependent)
• A 36.25-hour work week that supports work-life balance

If you're ready to contribute your expertise to a safer Alberta, we'd love to hear from you!

Please submit your resume and cover letter through the Safety Codes Council Careers page.

POSITION PROFILE

Organization: Safety Codes Council

Location: Edmonton, Alberta Hybrid

Position Type: Permanent, Full-time

Number of Positions: Four (4)

Salary Range: $103,500–$155,250

Closing Date: October 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM MST, or until a suitable candidate is selected, with interviews conducted on a rolling basis.