Careers

At FPL, we offer more than just jobs; we provide a sense of purpose. Every role at FPL contributes to our mission of protecting communities and natural resources in New Brunswick and beyond. If you’re ready to make a difference, explore our career opportunities.

BASE MANAGER – apply now

• Plan and oversee missions for teams of aircraft, communicating with controller platform aircraft, supervising FPL staff and complete all appropriate documentation and reports. Base managers will be deployed to various locations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland for assignments 6+ weeks in duration.

OPERATIONS SUPPORT – apply now

• Provide technical support across various departments supporting field operations, research, aerial treatment programs and wildfire response. Technicians may be deployed to various locations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland for assignments up to 6 weeks in duration.

AIR TANKER PILOT – apply now

• Provide wildfire suppression operations in New Brunswick, on deployment within Canada and on aerial application projects as required. Must have a Commercial Pilot License (fixed wing) and at least 1500 hours of pilot in command time and 300 hours of tailwheel experience. A valid IFR is an asset.

BIRD DOG PILOT – apply now

• Provide wildfire suppression support in New Brunswick and on deployment within Canada. Must have a Commercial Pilot License (fixed wing) and at least 3000 hours of pilot in command time, 500 hours of turbine and 500 hours of multi-engine experience. Aerial wildfire suppression and Garmin G1000NXI experience is an asset.

SHADOW PILOT – apply now

• Support wildfire suppression in New Brunswick and assist with various loading duties as needed. Must have a Commercial Pilot License (fixed wing), at least 1000 total flight time and 100 hours of multi-engine pilot in command time and a valid IFR. Garmin G1000NXI and PT6 experience is an asset.

PROJECT PILOT – apply now

• Support aerial application projects by flying overwatch and control aircraft during the operational season. Must have a Commercial Pilot License (fixed wing), at least 1000 total flight time and 100 hours of multi-engine pilot in command time and a valid IFR. Piper Aerostar PA-60 and PT6 experience is an asset.