Fire Code Enforcement Officer

Location: East Haldimand County (Waterdown)

Lead fire code compliance through inspections, plans reviews, and enforcement for Lincoln Fire Rescue Service. Apply Ontario legislation while supporting safer buildings and communities.
This Fire Prevention Officer role combines regulatory knowledge with practical fire protection experience. Responsibilities include applying the Ontario Fire Code, Ontario Building Code, municipal by-laws, and related legislation. The successful candidate also supports investigations, interprets plans and technical documents, and communicates findings through reports, public speaking, and court testimony.

Key Responsibilities:

Administer fire prevention and public safety education services
Review plans, blueprints, codes, regulations, and technical documents
Conduct inspections and enforcement actions for compliance
Support investigations into fires and explosions
Collaborate with agencies, Town staff, and community members
Requirements:
Minimum five years’ related experience in fire protection fields
Thorough Ontario Fire Code and Building Code knowledge
Eligibility as Assistant to the Fire Marshal
Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making abilities
Excellent report writing, public speaking, and testimony skills
Bring fire code expertise, inspection judgment, and clear communication to Lincoln’s fire prevention and enforcement services.