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Wildfire Crew Supervisor

Wildfire Crew Supervisor

Government of AlbertaAlberta
1 day ago
Salary
CA$24.44–CA$30.17 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Role Responsibilities

Are you a skilled communicator who thrives under pressure? Are you a natural leader with experience in wildfire management and crew supervision?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We are currently seeking a Crew Supervisor to join our team.

As a Crew Supervisor, you play a critical role in managing and supervising seasonal Wildfire Crews during Pre-Suppression and Suppression activities and on various projects.

You are responsible for ensuring the safety of your crew members and act as a mentor to help enhance their knowledge and skills. When dispatched to a wildfire, you may be required to fill the role of Incident Commander, who is responsible for managing all resources on a wildfire. On larger incidents, you may be required to perform the function of Strike Team or Task Force Leader or Division Supervisor, supervising numerous crews within a manageable span of control.

Responsibilities :

  • Obtain daily project or wildfire assignments and conduct a safety briefing to address anticipated working conditions and identify potential hazards to ensure worker safety.
  • Act as a mentor and trainer to enhance the Wildfire Crew's knowledge base, skills, and abilities.
  • Effectively communicate with the Supervisor, Forest Area Duty Officer, and Wildfire Crews to complete tasks and assignments safely and on time.
  • Complete all administrative duties accurately and within established deadlines.
  • Ensure all operations comply with Departmental Standard Operating Procedures & Business Rules and Occupational Health and Safety Acts & Regulations.
  • Provide support to other Wildfire Operations and Wildfire Prevention programs.

If you are an experienced and motivated leader with a passion for wildfire management and crew supervision, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.