Command emergency incidents for the Canadian Army as a Platoon Chief, directing firefighting, rescue, and hazardous materials response operations. Shift work includes evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
The Department of National Defence seeks Platoon Chiefs at FR-03. You will supervise emergency response operations, train firefighters, and maintain operational readiness. Duties include medical emergencies, technical rescues, fire protection systems, emergency vehicles, and specialized equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide command and control at emergency incidents
- Direct firefighting, rescue, and hazardous materials responses
- Supervise standby fire protection for high-risk activities
- Train and develop firefighters across emergency response disciplines
- Maintain fire protection systems, vehicles, and rescue equipment
Requirements:
- Valid provincial or territorial driver's licence
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DND 404 licence
- Ability to obtain Reliability or Secret security clearance
- Willingness and ability to travel for work and training
- Ability to meet Health Canada medical requirements
Apply your emergency command, firefighter training, and technical rescue expertise as a Canadian Army Platoon Chief.
Canadian Army Platoon Chief in Edmonton employer: Employment and Social Development Canada
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Contact Details:
Employment and Social Development Canada Recruitment Team
