Fire Training Officer lV

Regional Emergency Services (RES) is a fully integrated Fire/EMS service based in Fort McMurray and offers amongst the highest salaries across all municipal fire departments in Canada. From fire and rescue services to advanced life support, we are not your average fire department and offer extensive opportunities for specialized training while financially supporting the professional growth of employees.

The Fire Training Officer IV plays a key role in strengthening operational excellence across the service. Working closely with Regional Emergency Services leadership, this position is responsible for the planning, development, coordination, and delivery of comprehensive training programs that prepare employees for safe and effective performance in fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescue operations, hazardous materials response, and other specialized disciplines.

This role oversees curriculum design, instructional delivery, performance evaluation, and compliance with applicable legislation, standards, and best practices. The Fire Training Officer IV also provides mentorship and development support to staff, contributes to succession planning, and enhances organizational readiness through continuous needs assessment, program improvement, and the integration of innovative training methodologies and technologies.

Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo offers not only exceptional professional opportunities but also an outstanding quality of life. With excellent schools, year-round recreation, and vibrant community events, employees enjoy a strong work-life balance in a thriving northern community.

You are a passionate, forward-thinking instructor who is motivated by shaping the next generation of emergency responders. Making a tangible impact on community safety drives you, and you take pride in equipping Firefighter Paramedics with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to perform at their best in high-risk environments.

You bring both strategic vision and hands-on instructional expertise. You thrive on building comprehensive, modern training programs while mentoring and developing others. Continuous improvement energizes you, and you actively seek innovative methodologies and technologies that elevate learning outcomes and operational readiness.

You value collaboration and work effectively with leadership, RES employees, and external partners to strengthen capability. Supporting succession planning and organizational growth is important to you, and you are committed to maintaining the highest professional standards in compliance, safety, and instructional excellence.

As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible for understanding and actively participating in the RMWB’s health and safety management system, including all policies, practices, procedures, as well as properly utilizing all control measures including the required use of personal protective equipment. All employees must take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves and others, as well as immediately report any concerns, near misses, incidents, and hazardous conditions to their supervisor.

To apply: Please visit our website at jobs.rmwb.ca Current employees must apply through the internal careers site. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. Late applications will not be accepted.