Provincial Fire Investigator

Provincial Fire Investigator
Technical Services Inspector 2
Office of the Fire Marshal
Department of Justice and Public Safety
Temporary Term - Open
Miramichi, NB

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Who we are
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Justice and Public Safety is dedicated to the rule of law, the promotion of the public interest, and the impartial administration of justice and works to improve the safety, security and resiliency of communities and citizens.

The Office of the Fire Marshal and its current staff of approximately 20 employees, with Regional Offices throughout the province, provide a wide range of functions relating to fire inspections, plans review, fire investigations & K-9 services, fire prevention, and support for the fire service and community leaders. The OFM is also responsible for the delivery of all firefighter training in the province.

What you will do
Reporting to the Chief Provincial Fire Investigator, the successful candidate(s) will be responsible for performing/assisting with fire investigations; assisting in the coordination/delivery of fire prevention programs; providing advice and/or assistance to the local fire services and other community stakeholders and coordinating and administering various elements of the Fire Prevention Act. In addition to representing the Fire Marshal by participating in and providing advice and recommendations at regular Regional Fire Fighter Association meetings, the successful candidate will be required to offer presentations on related topics to various organizations and stakeholder groups.

Who you are
Being part of the Office of the Fire Marshal team, you possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to problem-solve creatively and to think on your feet, capability of managing day-to-day work activities in a predominantly work-alone environment, you have a strong respect for workplace safety, you treat all people in a polite and professional manner being courteous and always showing kindness. You are concerned for the safety and wellbeing of New Brunswickers.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Need to have:

• NBFIT (NB Fire Investigation Training) level II or higher qualifications such as NFPA 1033 certification, or a related formal fire investigation training.
• Minimum 3 years related work experience with fire prevention and fire protection principals
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal history clearance and security clearance check

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English and spoken competence in French is required. Please state your language capability.

Candidates must demonstrate on their applications how they have acquired the education and experience for this position. Your résumé should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment. Screening for this competition is based on the resume you provide, so please ensure it is up to date when applying.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The following operational requirement(s) is also required:

• Considerable travel throughout a particular region and other parts of the province
• A valid minimum class 5 driver's license is required
  

Nice to Have:

• NFPA 1072 - HazMat Technician certification
• Supervisory experience

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

Behavioural competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Analyitical thinking/judgement
• Effective interactive communication
• Information seeking

Technical competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:

• Ability to use Microsoft Office technology software and applications
• Specialized subject matter expertise and knowledge
• Strong written communication skills

Wage
$ 2,341.00 - $ 2,948.00 Biweekly

Work environment

• Various regional locations
• Office layout: single office and/or cubical style
• Small team environment
• Opportunity for remote style work (work-from-home)
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30
• On-call rotation requirement
• We promote a scent-reduced environment

What can GNB offer you?

• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services
• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• 1.25 days/month of paid vacation.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & Safety.

How to apply
We encourage applicants to apply on-line at www.ere.gnb.ca or by mail or by email at of [email protected] by at the following address by April 28, 2026 indicating competition number R78-2026-0297.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Justice and Public Safety This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Justice and Public Safety
Human Resources Branch
Marysville Place - 20 McGloin Street, 3rd floor
PO Box 6000
Fredericton, NB E3A 5T8
(506) 453-2719

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As per the?Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

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