Job Description

Fire and Life Safety Specialist

Human Services – Peel Housing Corporation

Status: 1 Regular Full Time

Salary Range: $86,443 to $108,052 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits, where applicable)

Work Mode: Hybrid *see details below

Location: 7120 Hurontario St., Mississauga and travel between Regional sites when required based on operational requirements

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week

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Who we are:

Peel Housing Corporation provides safe, well maintained living environments for tenants in Peel Living and Region of Peel owned properties including: 71 residential properties, two transitional housing residences and three emergency shelters. These services contribute to a positive experience for residents and enhance neighbourhoods where the buildings are located.

Our Function:

Peel Housing Corporation, also known as Peel Living, was established in 1976 and is a non-for-profit social housing provider owned by the Region of Peel. Peel Living provides safe, affordable housing options to low and moderate income earners in Peel Region. Peel Living is committed to fulfilling its vision and mission by providing quality housing options, connecting tenants to supports to maintain their tenancy and ensuring its assets and finances are managed responsibly. ​​​​​​​

As the Fire and Life Safety Specialist, you will be responsible for the management of Fire and Life Safety programs and equipment for various Region of Peel facilities, ensuring the safety of building occupants and the protection of assets. In this role, you will also ensure programs meet the moral and legal compliance of the Ontario Fire Code.

What you will do in this role:

Schedule and monitor regular and on-going inspections, tests and maintenance with external contractors, facility management staff and building occupants.
Provide technical advice and guidance regarding applicable fire and life safety legislation, practice, policies, codes and standards.
Research and investigate specific fire and life safety equipment, systems and programs that meet all applicable codes, regulations, building and tenant needs; and to ensure ongoing proper functionality.
Plan and prioritize fire and life safety events (training, fire safety planning, fire drills, tests and inspections, verifications, commissioning etc.) ensuring they are completed in accordance with Ontario Fire and Building Code.
Develop specifications, scopes of work and terms of reference to tender documents for contracted maintenance services and capital projects.
Manage service contracts to ensure preventative maintenance routines are completed as per the scope and fully compliant with governing authorities in a timely manner to minimize operational impacts.
Coordinate the required checks, inspections and testing of all fire protection equipment and systems with contractors and oversee all related repairs to ensure work is completed properly and on budget.
Ensure Fire Department notices to rectify, notices of violation and inspection orders are dealt with correctly and within timelines provided.
Develop and implement training programs for building staff, occupants and contractors to ensure procedures are correctly followed as per the Ontario Fire and Building Codes.
Respond to all fire emergencies in an expeditious and efficient manner to minimize damage, loss or injury by working in collaboration with Facility Management, insurance companies, Fire Departments, and Fire Marshall.
Ensure Ontario Fire Code compliant fire safety plans are developed for Regional facilities.
Maintains and updates fire safety plans and applicable documentation for all fire and life safety systems.
Work closely with FLS Specialist to ensure that coverage is provided for the entire portfolio and knowledge, information and processes are fully coordinated for all sites within the commercial portfolio.
What the role requires:

Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology with at least 7 years of fire and life safety equipment and systems job-related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of relevant legislation including but not limited to: Ontario Fire Code, Ontario Building Code, CAN/ULC Standards, NFPA Standards, CSA Standards, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Employee Standards Act, Technical Standards and Safety Authority.
Knowledge of Architectural, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical Systems.
Proven experience to manage vendors/contractors effectively.
Canadian Fire Alarm Association certifed.
A criminal background check is required as condition of employment.
Valid ‘G’ driver’s licence is required.
Skills/Abilities:

Strong organization skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Proficiency with MS Office as well as database management.
Sound decision-making capabilities including sound judgment and critical thinking to arrive at recommendations.
Time management abilities to multi task and adjust to shifting priorities.
Demonstrated tact and diplomacy and ability to deal with a variety of people at all levels.
Well-developed communication skills, both oral and written; proven ability to present to various audiences both internal and external to Peel.
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
Nice to have:

Experience with AutoCAD is an asset.

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:

Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health (effective start date)
Voluntary enrolment into OMERS pension plan
Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis up to 3 weeks per annum
3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources

Work Mode & Job Location:

In this role you will have the ability to work remotely and attend on-site when required based on operational requirements at the 7120 Hurontario St., Mississauga and throughout Regional worksites. The frequency of on-site activities may vary on a weekly basis and based on operational requirements. Your remote work location must be located within the province of Ontario.

The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.

Interview: Our recruitment process will be completed with video conference technology.

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.

How to Apply

Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: 80,000 - 100,000.

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