Pilot

2 weeks ago

Fredericton, Canada Forest Protection Limited Full time
JOB OPPORTUNITY SEASONAL PILOT (Tanker – AT802)

Company Name: Forest Protection Limited

Address: 2502 Route 102 Highway, Fredericton (Lincoln), New Brunswick E3B 7E6

Term: Seasonal (April 2025-September 2025)

Employment Type: Full Time

Base Salary Range: $56-$81/hour, commensurate on experience

Forest Protection Limited is inviting applications for seasonal air tanker pilots in Fredericton New Brunswick for the 2025 season running from approximately 7th April 2025 to 15th September 2025. Reporting to the Chief Pilot, pilots will operate during the wildfire season and fulfill the following tasks:

  • Operate assigned aircraft in accordance with FPL’s Company Operations Manual and Standard Operating Procedures
  • Perform all key job duties and any other assigned by the Flight Operations Management team from time to time
  • Adhere to instructions issued by officers of the Department of Natural Resources on fire suppression or instructions from the base manager when assigned to aerial application projects.
  • Complete required pre-flight and post-flight paperwork in a timely and thorough manner
  • Report all items requiring maintenance on the aircraft as soon as possible
  • Responsible for the cleanliness of the aircraft at all times

Successful candidates will be expected to work in a team environment during long hours of standby throughout the forest fire season. Assigned pilots can expect to fly between 70 and 130 hours per season depending on the Fire Weather Index levels and any unforeseen circumstances. Re-positioning to other bases of operation may be required throughout the season, including short term fire suppression support to other Canadian provinces.

Ideal candidates will be elite multitaskers who understand fire behaviour and suppression tactics, demonstrate a high level of effective communication, discipline, sound decision-making skills, a willingness to learn, and work in a team.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate must possess:

  • a Commercial Pilot License-Fixed wing
  • have obtained at least 1500 hours of pilot in command time and 300 hours tailwheel experience.
  • Having a valid IFR is an asset

Preference will be given to candidates having experience with turbine engines and low altitude operations like aerial application or fire suppression.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Conditions of employment are as below:

  • Legally entitled to work in Canada and are required to obtain a Criminal Record Check.
  • Have a valid driver's license for travel within and outside the province.
  • Ability to communicate clearly in English
  • Have a valid passport
  • Have a modern smartphone with an up-to-date operating system capable of running secure company communication apps, as well as a laptop or device capable of accessing email and suitable for reading small print, such as for exams
  • Have CSA approved footwear
BENEFITS OF FLYING WITH FOREST PROTECTION
  • Competitive salary & flight pay
  • Competitive FPL group benefits plan
  • Robust initial training program with in-season weekly practice missions
  • Modern fleet AT-802 with state-of-the-art avionics
ABOUT US

Established in 1952, Forest Protection Limited (FPL) is the largest 702 aerial operator in eastern Canada. Our core mission is to protect and preserve the forests that sustain us. As a leader in full-spectrum forest health management, FPL excels in aerial firefighting and forest management. Learn more about us: www.fpltd.ca

APPLICATION DETAILS:

Please submit your resume by November 18, 2024, for consideration here.

Resumes should be chronological, specifying education and employment in months and years, including part-time and full-time jobs.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact Kayla Pickard, Executive Assistant at kpickard@fpltd.ca to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

We thank all those who apply. However, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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