The Forest Technician 4 – Air Attack Officer provides specialized, technically complex direction and coordination of aerial wildfire suppression operations across the Province of Nova Scotia
Job Summary
The Forest Technician 4 – Air Attack Officer provides specialized, technically complex direction and coordination of aerial wildfire suppression operations across the Province of Nova Scotia.
The Government of Nova Scotia offers a wide range of benefits including a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, health and dental coverage, and employee assistance programs.
This position includes leadership responsibilities, extensive travel, rotating shifts during wildfire season, and access to ongoing training and professional growth opportunities.
Matching Summary
The Forest Technician 4 – Air Attack Officer provides specialized, technically complex direction and coordination of aerial wildfire suppression operations across the Province of Nova Scotia.
Salary
Base: $2,887.20 - $3,353.45 Bi-Weekly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Disability, Vacation, Employee Assistance Programs
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Aerial wildfire suppression tactics
Fixed and rotary-wing aircraft operations
Compliance with aviation safety standards
Radio communications in wildfire operations
Use of operational mapping applications
Leadership and mentoring responsibilities
Nice-to-have
Experience delivering adult education training
Incident Command System knowledge
Advanced wildland fire behaviour expertise
Ability to work under high-pressure conditions
Flexible working arrangements
Career development opportunities
Key Requirements
Recognized forestry or related technician diploma
Minimum six years related experience
Valid class 5 driver's licence or equivalent
Restricted Radio Operators Certificate (ROC-A) or ability to obtain
National Air Attack Officer certifications or ability to obtain
Valid Canadian passport or ability to obtain
Work Rights
Must be current civil service employee or meet union eligibility; Valid Canadian passport or ability to obtain