Job prospects Fire Safety Inspection Firefighter in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Firefighters in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Firefighters (NOC 42101) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• While firefighter certification is not mandatory in New Brunswick, employers will generally require that candidates complete the New Brunswick Firefighter Certification Program and/or a college program in fire protection technology. A period of supervised practical training is also usually required.
• Candidates must pass approved physical abilities exams. Other requirements that are typical include certification as a Medical First Responder and certification in hazardous materials response.
• Additional training is generally provided by the employer and varies depending on the requirements of individual fire departments or services.
• Valid New Brunswick Driver's License Class 3E with Air Brake endorsement or equivalency is required.
• Candidates must undergo both a criminal record and a vulnerable sector check.

Here are some key facts about Firefighters in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 290 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Firefighters mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 69%
  • Utilities (NAICS 22): 23%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology