Firefighter/Paramedic

Job Description

FIFO Shift Schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off (12-hour shifts)

Job Description:
Paramedic/Firefighters play a critical role in maintaining emergency preparedness and operational safety at oil sands operations. As a member of the site Fire Department, you will deliver emergency medical care, fire response, and technical rescue services while supporting continuous training, inspection, and prevention activities.

This is a fly-in/fly-out camp-based role at the Horizon or Albian Oil Sands sites near Fort McMurray, Alberta. Flights are provided, along with meals and first-class camp accommodations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing BLS and ALS medical response as required
• Delivering professional fire, medical, and technical rescue response at emergency scenes
• Assisting with the maintenance and inspection of fire apparatus and emergency equipment
• Conducting fire code inspections of site facilities and participating in pre-fire planning
• Demonstrating leadership and training capability within the emergency response team
• Providing input into emergency response readiness, effectiveness, and continuous improvement

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