Fire chief NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for fire chief.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for fire chief is 40041 (Fire chiefs and senior firefighting officers), a TEER 0 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 1): +70 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 100 for a job offer.
NOC code
40041
TEER 0 · skilled
High-wage
Level 1
+70 work · 100 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 40041 covers
Fire chiefs and senior firefighting officers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate firefighting operations and fire prevention activities in fire departments. They are employed by municipal and federal governments and by industrial establishments with firefighting services.
| Unit group | 40041 — Fire chiefs and senior firefighting officers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 0 — management occupations |
| Broad category | Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Develop, implement and evaluate policies and procedures for the operation of a municipal fire department, a district fire region or an industrial firefighting service
- Plan, direct and coordinate firefighting strategies for fire departments
- Evaluate the type of fire, the extent of damage to buildings and the danger to nearby establishments
- Direct activities at the scene of a fire
- Determine damage estimates and investigate the potential causes of a fire after extinguished
- Develop and oversee the implementation of security and fire prevention campaigns
To use NOC 40041 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 40041 →
Other job titles under NOC 40041
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 40041, one of these may fit better:
- Fire captain — NOC 42101 (Firefighters, TEER 2)
- Fire prevention engineer — NOC 21321 (Industrial and manufacturing engineers, TEER 1)
- Fire protection mechanic — NOC 72301 (Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers, TEER 2)
- Fire sprinkler fitter — NOC 72301 (Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers, TEER 2)
- Forest fire technician — NOC 22112 (Forestry technologists and technicians, TEER 2)
Calculate your CRS score → · All job titles A–Z · High-wage list
Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for fire chief?+
In NOC 2021, "fire chief" is an example title in unit group 40041 — Fire chiefs and senior firefighting officers. It is a TEER 0 occupation in the "Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services" broad category.
Is fire chief eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 40041 is TEER 0, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does fire chief get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 40041 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 1. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 70 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 100 (whichever is higher).
Can a fire chief get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 40041 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says fire chief but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 40041. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.