Seasonal Seaplane Pilots —

Seasonal Seaplane Pilots - AT802 Fire Boss

Important: This company has strict nationality & Licence requirements. Do not apply and do not contact the carrier unless you meet their restrictions.

Seasonal -- April to September 2027

Join Team FPL and be part of a specialized aviation team supporting wildfire suppression, forest management and aerial operations across Canada.

WHY FLY WITH FPL?

• Fly specialized aircraft in wildfire suppression and aerial operations.
• Work with an experienced aviation team supporting provincial and national wildfire response.
• Build your skills through robust initial training and ongoing in-season practice missions.
• Operate a modern fleet equipped with advanced avionics.
• Make an impact protecting what matters most.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Work as a member of an air tanker team operating in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.
• Support national firefighting efforts during deployments to jurisdictions around Canada.
• Participate in aerial application projects, as applicable.
• Pilots work in a team environment that can involve extended periods of daily fire standby, long operational days and deployments depending on wildfire conditions.

REQUIREMENTS

• A valid Commercial Pilot License - Fixed Wing
• Recent flying experience within the previous 12 months
• Legal entitlement to work in Canada
• A valid driver's license
• A valid passport
• The ability to communicate clearly in English
• The ability to obtain a Criminal Record Check
• Low-level operational experience (fire suppression, Ag, survey) is an asset

QUALIFICATIONSAT-802 - Fire Boss (Amphib Seaplane)

• 2,500 hours PIC
• 1,000 hours turbine
• 200 hours in an Air Tractor or similar turbine-powered agricultural-style aircraft, or 500 hours float experience
• Amphibious experience is an asset
• Valid IFR is an asset

Restrictions

Must hold Transport Canada Licence, Medical;
Must have legal right to live/work in Canada;
No Foreign Pilot Visas or Sponsorships.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary and flight pay
• Competitive benefits package
• Robust initial training program
• In-season weekly practice and training missions
• Modern fleet with state-of-the-art avionics
• The opportunity to grow your aviation experience while making an impact

TOP EMPLOYER

FPL's priority is to create a safe and supportive workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed.

We have proudly been named one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers in 2024 and 2026.

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