ERT/FF Captain

Overall Purpose of Job

The Emergency Response Technician/Firefighter Captain performs emergency and non-emergency duties under the direction of Fire Officers of an assigned fire and rescue team.

We are presently staffing for a FT ERT/FF Captain. Candidates must be able to commute to Redwater, AB and work day/night shifts for a 4 days or 5 days rotation.

Key responsibilities

1. Occupational Health & Safety Responsibilities:

• Ensure Task Readiness and Safe Execution: Understand assigned duties thoroughly, receive proper instruction and training, and use the appropriate tools and equipment to carry out tasks safely and effectively.
• Follow and Promote Safety Standards: Perform all work in alignment with health and safety procedures to protect yourself and others. Demonstrate safe work behaviors and actively participate in inspections, audits, and site-specific safety programs.
• Support a Positive Safety Culture: Encourage a proactive attitude toward safety initiatives and policies. Promptly report any hazards, incidents, injuries, or illnesses to your supervisor to ensure timely response and resolution.

2. Supervisor Responsibilites:

• Policy Compliance: Follow all responsibilities outlined in International SOS Fire & Rescue policies.
• Team Leadership: Set priorities, assign tasks, and manage workflows for emergency response teams, including auxiliary units.
• Professional Conduct: Ensure team members follow client policies on behavior, dress, and safety. Promote respectful and professional interactions on site.
• Emergency Response: Lead and coordinate responses to fires, spills, rescues (rope/confined space), and medical emergencies. Develop site-specific emergency and tactical response plans.
• Safety & Equipment Oversight: Inspect, maintain, and track fire protection systems, life safety equipment, and emergency supplies. Keep detailed records of usage and inventory.
• Training & Development: Create and deliver training for fire, rescue, and medical procedures. Mentor new hires and lead ongoing education for team members.
• Collaboration: Work closely with site operations to plan and support hazardous tasks like hot work, confined space entry, and working at heights.

3. Emergency Operations Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Compliance: Work within the scope of your license and follow all relevant regulatory and company policies.
• Emergency Leadership: Act as the lead for your assigned rescue team during emergency operations, ensuring tasks are completed safely and effectively.
• Medical Response: Provide Advanced Life Support (ALS) when needed and escalate medical or rescue issues through the proper chain of command.
• Unified Command: Coordinate with external agencies and manage your team’s role during joint emergency operations.
• Hazard Management: Identify risks at emergency scenes and take action to protect your team and others on site.
• Strategic Input: Advise the client or Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) on rescue operations and safety strategies.
• Policy Adherence: Ensure all actions align with client, AHJ, and International SOS emergency response policies.
• Incident Oversight: Monitor incident progress, adjust plans as needed, and ensure objectives are met.
• Post-Incident Review: Lead debriefings and participate in investigations when required.
• Escalation Protocols: Notify the International SOS Response Center and Medical Director when necessary.

About you

Must-haves (minimum requirements):

• Fire and medical experience
• Experience in leadership role
• Current ACP registered with Alberta College of Paramedics
• Current ITLS certification
• Current ACLS certification
• Fire Certifications:
  • NFPA 1001 Level II
  • NFPA 472 or 1072 Hazamat Operataions Level
  • NFPA 1002 Driver/Operator
  • NFPA 1006 Rope Rescue Technicia
  • NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor Level 1 or 2
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• ICS 100, 200
• H2S Alive

Preference for:

• Experience in an industrial setting
• A high level of knowledge and the ability to interpret relevant medical and operational guidelines, protocols,  policies and procedures
• Collaborate with others in order to achieve the best results and deliver the most value
• Hold others accountable, and expect others to do the same
• Alignment with our values of expertise,passion,respect and care

Where you’ll be working, your work schedule, and other important information:

• We're presently staffing for a Full-time candidate for the role
• Able to commute within Redwater, AB area
• Able to work day/night shifts for a 4 days or 5 days rotation
• On-call and extended hours may be required after hours when operational and business requirements indicate