Seasonal Seaplane Pilots —

Forest Protection Limited; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and flight pay

Competitive benefits package

Robust initial training program

In-season weekly practice and training

Job summary

Forest Protection Limited in Canada seeks Seasonal Seaplane Pilots for the AT802 Fire Boss to support wildfire suppression and aerial operations from April to September 2027. Join a specialized aviation team operating in Atlantic provinces and across Canada, with robust training, modern avionics, and involvement in national firefighting deployments.

Applicants must hold a Transport Canada Commercial Pilot License - Fixed Wing, have legal work eligibility in Canada, and pass a background check;

Qualifications

• Clear communication in English is required.
• Recent flying experience within the last 12 months is required.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada and hold a valid TC Licence and Medical.

Responsibilities

• Operate as part of an air tanker team.
• Support national firefighting deployments across Canada.
• Participate in aerial application projects where applicable.
• Work in a team with extended standby and long days during deployments.

Skills

Clear English communication

Education

Commercial Pilot License - Fixed Wing

Job description

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

QUALIFICATIONS

AT-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.