Fire Marshal

What you will do

• Oversees the fire inspection program and performs fire inspections for compliance with the Safety Codes Act, National Fire Code-Alberta Edition, applicable Quality Management Plans (QMP), policies, procedures, and any other relevant legislation.
  • Conducts site inspections and re-inspections, documenting code infractions, deficiencies, non-permitted work, and unsafe conditions.
  • Identifies corrective actions required to achieve code compliance, issues and follows-up on orders to comply.
  • Reviews alternative solution proposals and issues variances.
  • Reviews and accepts submitted signed Verification of Compliance (VOC).
  • Investigates complaints, unsafe conditions, and accidents.
  • Issues verbal and written directives as needed.
  • Inspects of new and existing above and under ground tanks, piping and dispensing installations and removals.
  • Monitors, revises and assists with the required updates to the Leduc County QMP.
  • Assists with required updates to the QMP for the municipalities we serve.

• Develops and delivers appropriate fire prevention plans and processes, ensuring compliance with relevant
• Reviews the plans outlined below and monitors compliance, as required:
  • New construction applications.
  • Building renovations.
  • Construction fire safety plans.
  • Storage tanks systems registration, installation, alteration, and removal (for flammable, combustible liquids).
• Supervises and supports staff in the implementation of projects and day-to-day work assignments to meet service area deliverables.

• Provides internal and external clients with fire codes information and assistance.

• Supports fire investigations, as required.
• Oversees the fire guardians and the open burning permits programs.
• Contributes to the development and monitoring of an operating budget for the service area that aligns with departmental
• Maintains accurate records of plans, permits, correspondence, inspections, and reports.
• Carries out special assignments and assists other department operations as required.
• Adheres to guidelines as set out in Leduc County’s policies and administrative directives.
• Accountable for working in compliance with the Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation and Code and participation in the Health, Safety and Wellness Program.

Performs related duties as required.