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The Kativik Regional Government (KRG) is a supra-municipal organization with jurisdiction over the Quebec territory located north of the 55th parallel.

The role of the KRG Civil Security Department (CS) is to increase awareness of the importance of emergency preparedness in the communities and support related activities. In particular, the Section works closely with the 14 northern villages to strengthen planning, human and physical resources for fire safety and search and rescue operations. For the purpose of executing this mandate, KRG is currently looking for a person to fill the following position:

Public Safety & Fire Prevention Technician

(Permanent / Rotational)

Under the supervision of the Civil Security Coordinator, the Public Safety & Fire Prevention Technician is responsible for the following duties:

• Develop, promote, and deliver public safety and fire prevention programs to the communities;
• Educate, promote, interpret, and enforce applicable fire safety codes and legislation;
• Verify the inspection and testing of fire protection systems in public buildings and major occupancies;
• Conduct fire investigations and prepare and maintain related reports;
• Elaborate, in collaboration with municipal fire brigades, intervention plans for different buildings as demanded by the Nunavik Fire Safety Cover plan;
• Participate in the development of municipal or regional emergency response plans,
• Provide technical support and training for municipal firefighters;
• Perform any other related duties as required.
• The selected candidate must :
• Possess post-secondary education in Fire Prevention (AEC) or have IFSAC Pro Board Certifications
• Have a minimum of two years of related experience;
• Have the ability to interpret building plans and understand construction details;
• Have an in-depth knowledge of Building and Fire Codes and a good understanding of relevant computer software applications;
• Possess excellent communication and presentation skills and commitment to customer service excellence;
• Membership in the Quebec Association of Fire Prevention Technicians (ATPIQ) will be considered an asset;
• Have the ability to communicate orally and in writing in at least two of the following languages: Inuktitut, English, and French;
• Be willing to travel frequently in Nunavik;

• Work schedule and place of work: 6-3 rotation schedule: 6 weeks working in the Northern Villages (52.5 hours weekly), followed by 3 weeks paid leave (35 hours weekly)

OR

• Work schedule and place of work: 4-2 rotation schedule: 4 weeks working in the Northern Villages, followed by 2 weeks paid leave (35 hours weekly);

Place of employment: Nunavik, Quebec

Salary: Min. $60, 074 - Max. $102, 839 a year

Benefits*:

Lodging is paid while working in the northern villages;

Meals and expenses paid while travelling in Nunavik;

Group benefits including Simplified Pension Plan;

Vacation: 20 days/year;

Statutory holidays: 20 days, including 10 during Christmas holidays.

The Kativik Regional Government (KRG) is a supra-municipal organization with jurisdiction over the Quebec territory located north of the 55th parallel.

The role of the KRG Civil Security Department (CS) is to increase awareness of the importance of emergency preparedness in the communities and support related activities. In particular, the Section works closely with the 14 northern villages to strengthen planning, human and physical resources for fire safety and search and rescue operations. For the purpose of executing this mandate, KRG is currently looking for a person to fill the following position:

Public Safety & Fire Prevention Technician

(Permanent / Rotational)

Under the supervision of the Civil Security Coordinator, the Public Safety & Fire Prevention Technician is responsible for the following duties:

• Develop, promote, and deliver public safety and fire prevention programs to the communities;
• Educate, promote, interpret, and enforce applicable fire safety codes and legislation;
• Verify the inspection and testing of fire protection systems in public buildings and major occupancies;
• Conduct fire investigations and prepare and maintain related reports;
• Elaborate, in collaboration with municipal fire brigades, intervention plans for different buildings as demanded by the Nunavik Fire Safety Cover plan;
• Participate in the development of municipal or regional emergency response plans,
• Provide technical support and training for municipal firefighters;
• Perform any other related duties as required.
• The selected candidate must :
• Possess post-secondary education in Fire Prevention (AEC) or have IFSAC Pro Board Certifications
• Have a minimum of two years of related experience;
• Have the ability to interpret building plans and understand construction details;
• Have an in-depth knowledge of Building and Fire Codes and a good understanding of relevant computer software applications;
• Possess excellent communication and presentation skills and commitment to customer service excellence;
• Membership in the Quebec Association of Fire Prevention Technicians (ATPIQ) will be considered an asset;
• Have the ability to communicate orally and in writing in at least two of the following languages: Inuktitut, English, and French;
• Be willing to travel frequently in Nunavik;

• Work schedule and place of work: 6-3 rotation schedule: 6 weeks working in the Northern Villages (52.5 hours weekly), followed by 3 weeks paid leave (35 hours weekly)

OR

• Work schedule and place of work: 4-2 rotation schedule: 4 weeks working in the Northern Villages, followed by 2 weeks paid leave (35 hours weekly);

Place of employment: Nunavik, Quebec

Salary: Min. $60, 074 - Max. $102, 839 a year

Benefits*:

Lodging is paid while working in the northern villages;

Meals and expenses paid while travelling in Nunavik;

Group benefits including Simplified Pension Plan;

Vacation: 20 days/year;

Statutory holidays: 20 days, including 10 during Christmas holidays.

Job Description

Salary: $17.50-$9.00 per hour

Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS) is the provinces not-for-profit provider of security, safety, training, and identification services. Winner of the Halifax Chamber of Commerce Not-For-Profit of the Year, we are an independent member of Commissionaires Canada, our parent federation employing over 22,000 nationwide. We exist to provide meaningful employment for veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP, their families, and anyone else who wants to contribute to the security and well-being of Nova Scotians.

We are looking for highly engaged, positive and professional security guards. You'll play a key role in the success of our organization through your contribution to the safety, security and protection of our valued client's people and property.

We are recognized for providing the highest quality of security services in Nova Scotia, with global certifications for our exceptional customer service, management standards, and environmental stewardship.

WHAT WE OFFER
A sought-after employer and community partner, we can help you achieve your goals through challenging work, professional development, and career advancement opportunities. We strive to continually improve and leverage technology to support our growing customer base across Nova Scotia.

Join the 2024 Not-For-Profit of the Year and benefit from:

• Higher-than-industry pay rates
• Health, drug, and dental benefits
• Life and accident insurance
• Vacation pay, plus five days personal time off
• RRSP/TFSA matching
• Free uniforms and equipment
• High-quality, formal, and on-job training
• Annual paid loyalty award
• Education assistance funds and family scholarship programs
• Advancement opportunities within a large, national organization

THE ROLE

Position: Security Guard
Competition Number: CNS
Location: Dartmouth / Halifax / Bedford
Reports to: Site Supervisor

ate of Pay: Average 17.50- 20.00 per hour. Scale of compensation is variable, and reflective of site contracts. Please note, some of our sites are unionized work environments.
Working Hours:Rotating 812-hour shifts, various hours/days of the week. This also includes full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

If youre motivated by the key responsibilities below, then wed love to hear from you!

• Protecting people, property, and information
• Conducting on-foot perimeter and search patrols (inside and outdoors)
• Monitoring and responding to alarm and security systems
• Ensuring the health and safety in the workplace
• Adhering to CNS Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, systems, and practices (and those of the Clients we serve)
• Respecting CNS policies, Site Work Instructions, and Site Supervisors direction
• Other functions may include patrolling, reception/administration, reporting, emergency management and access control

WHO WERE SEEKING

CNS is an equitable employer, and would consider an acceptable equivalent of education, experience and transferable skills. Key qualifications and skills to be successful include, but are not limited to:

- Superior attention to detail with very good verbal communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Computer literacy, and/or an aptitude to learn is an asset

Mental alertness with an ability to:

- demonstrate a strong work ethic and Can Do attitude
- react calmly, quickly, and appropriately in any crisis
- concentrate and remain alert for up to 12 hours
- communicate observed characteristics/behaviour (good memory)
- demonstrate problem-solving and sound judgement

Physical fitness with an ability to:
- climb multiple flights of stairs with ease
- navigate uneven terrain during foot patrols (in all weather conditions)
- display good dexterity and balance
- rely on all senses in assessing changes to the work environment

Basic Requirements:

• Be aged 19 or older;
• Have eligibility to work in Canada;
• Not have a criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted;
• Be able to provide fingerprints and complete a criminal record check;
• Be eligible to apply for, and attain, a Government of Canada personnel security screening.;
• Have a valid Nova Scotia's Driver's License, or reliable transportation to/from the worksites.
  

READY TO JOIN US?
This position is open to external and internal applicants (commissionaires should include their Corps #). We encourage veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP to apply.

Our goal is to create an inclusive, diverse workplace representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. At Commissionaires we support, value, and respect the different views, cultures and experiences of our employees, clients, business partners and community members. We welcome applicants that identify as Indigenous/Aboriginals, or African Nova Scotians and/or Other Racially Visible Persons, or Persons with Disabilities, or Persons who identify in the 2SLGBTQ+ community or others who reflect the diversity of Nova Scotian communities. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your cover letter or during the application process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted

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