A career with the Bathurst Fire Department


The Bathurst Fire Department is actively planning for future employment opportunities within its ranks.

If you are committed to helping people, enjoy working in a team environment, enjoy lifelong learning and are physically fit, you may be an ideal candidate for both a challenging and rewarding career.

To prepare for this, we invite interested individuals to submit their complete portfolios. This is an opportunity to showcase your skills, experience, passion for serving your community, and to let yourself be known!


What does it take to be a firefighter?


The following skills, abilities, experience, education and training are required elements for you to pursue a career with the Bathurst Fire Department:


Education and Experience:

  • Secondary level diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to communicate functionally in both official languages;
  • Firefighting certificate – Level I and II (NFPA 1001);
  • Valid driver's license, with a Class 5E, and a driving abstract demonstrating responsible and safe driving behavior.

Preferred candidates would possess one or more of the following:

  • NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Technician
  • NFPA 1002 Driver/Operator – Pumper
  • NFPA 1002 Driver/Operator – Aerial
  • Auto Extrication
  • Valid First Aid and CPR-C certificate


Ready to Join Our Team?

Submit your complete portfolio by email at jobs@bathurst.ca.

Don't miss this opportunity to take the first step towards a fulfilling career with the Bathurst Fire Department!



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