JOB SUMMARY

Through the application of an aggressive and comprehensive fire protection safety model that has a foundation based on Public Education, Fire Safety Standards, Enforcement and Emergency Response, the Fire Prevention Inspector position is instrumental in reducing the likelihood of fire incidents within the Town of Ajax.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Fire Protection Technology, or the equivalency or in a closely related field as determined by the recruitment board
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of related experience with demonstrated aptitude in the field of fire prevention and protection. This experience shall be in the field of code consulting, fire alarm design, installation or maintenance, sprinkler design, installation or maintenance
• Demonstrated experience in property inspection, reading building plans or site plans and delivering training to private or public groups
• Must have proficient working knowledge of the Ontario Fire Code, Ontario Building Code, NFPA Standards and other relevant municipal and/or provincial legislation
• Must have excellent organization, communication, report writing and presentation skills
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Valid Ontario Class ‘G’ licence with clear driver’s abstract
• Ability to provide a current Criminal Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the Town of Ajax - upon being hired
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule including occasional evenings and weekend

Other preferred qualifications that are considered an asset:

• BCIN qualification in General Legal/Process 2012 as authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs
• BCIN qualification in Fire Protection 2012 as authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs
• NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector Level l with Ontario content courses
• NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector Level ll with Ontario content courses
• NFPA 1035 Public Educator Level l
• NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator or Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator meeting NFPA 92

As a Fire Inspector you will:

• Work collaboratively in a team environment
• Conduct fire safety inspections on public and private properties
• Respond to complaints or requests made by the public, council and senior fire officials
• Assess building plans and site plans for compliance with relevant codes, standards and applicable legislation
• Conduct new construction inspections during the construction phase of buildings or developments
• Assess compliance alternatives submitted for approval
• Evaluate, monitor and enforce fire safety plans
• Inspect fire protection systems and equipment
• Conduct required testing of fire protection systems and equipment
• Conduct fire scene investigations
• Prepare reports and other documents related to inspections, investigations and enforcement
• Issue orders requiring compliance with regulations
• Liaise with fire protection professionals
• Provide technical support and training for department personnel
• Be responsible for effective time management of your schedule
• Participate in public education programing

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Fire Protection Technology, or the equivalency or in a closely related field as determined by the recruitment board
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of related experience with demonstrated aptitude in the field of fire prevention and protection. This experience shall be in the field of code consulting, fire alarm design, installation or maintenance, sprinkler design, installation or maintenance
• Demonstrated experience in property inspection, reading building plans or site plans and delivering training to private or public groups
• Must have proficient working knowledge of the Ontario Fire Code, Ontario Building Code, NFPA Standards and other relevant municipal and/or provincial legislation
• Must have excellent organization, communication, report writing and presentation skills
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Valid Ontario Class ‘G’ licence with clear driver’s abstract
• Ability to provide a current Criminal Reference/Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the Town of Ajax - upon being hired
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule including occasional evenings and weekends

Other preferred qualifications that are considered an asset:

• BCIN qualification in General Legal/Process 2012 as authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs
• BCIN qualification in Fire Protection 2012 as authorized by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs
• NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector Level l with Ontario content courses
• NFPA 1031 Fire Inspector Level ll with Ontario content courses
• NFPA 1035 Public Educator Level l
• NFPA 1033 Fire Investigator or Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator meeting NFPA 921

Candidates who are selected to move ahead in this recruitment process will be invited to attend a written exam that will be scheduled for the week of September 22nd, 2025. If you are selected to write the exam, you will be required to bring proof of your education and certifications to the exam on the week of September 22nd, 2025. No cell phones will be permitted in the exam room.
This is a unionized position that works a 38 hour work week (4 days per week). The Town offers a comprehensive benefit package with paid sick and vacation leave; plus an OMERS pension.