emergency response and fire protection officer.

Our client is looking for an experienced and proactive Emergency Response & Fire Protection Officer to oversee and elevate emergency preparedness, occupational health, and fire safety across their facilities. In this vital role, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading the site's Incident Command System, managing emergency preparedness programs, ensuring full compliance with national fire and safety regulations, and building strong relationships with local first responders.

Advantages
• Competitive compensation including comprehensive benefits and pension plan
• Opportunities for career advancement

Responsibilities
• Manage the Emergency Preparedness and Response Program (EPRP), lead the site Emergency Response Team, oversee Emergency Operations Center (EOC) readiness, and act as Incident Commander during site emergencies. • Develop and deliver Incident Command System-based emergency training, communicate program expectations, and coach personnel across all organizational levels.
• Update and enforce emergency management and fire protection policies, conduct site audits and inspections, document deficiencies, and coordinate corrective actions.

• Serve as the Fire Safety Director, oversee fire safety system inspections, manage controls on combustible materials and ignition sources, and coordinate with specialized service providers and fire consultants.
• Ensure adequate First Aid coverage, conduct room inspections, maintain supplies, and coordinate the activities and training of designated First Aid Attendants.
• Maintain relationships, MOUs, and joint training exercises with local fire, ambulance, and public safety agencies.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or a formal certification in Emergency Management.
• 2–3 years of mid-level experience in emergency preparedness, fire protection, or safety management within a regulated facility or technical environment.
• Working knowledge of regional occupational health and safety regulations (e.g., WorkSafeBC), national fire codes, and industry best practices.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and safety/data management software.
• Strong analytical capabilities, excellent attention to detail, and top-tier communication skills for management briefings and incident reporting.
• Proven ability to work independently, lead cross-functional teams, and build cooperative relationships using tact and diplomacy.

Summary
If you would like to be considered for this opportunity please forward your resume via email to Emma Innis View email address on randstad.com

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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