Operations Supervisor

Forest Protection Limited (FPL) invites applications for theOPERATIONS SUPERVISOR position, reporting directly to the Senior Director of Operations and working within the Field Operations department.

Responsible for overseeing and executing assigned operational projects from planning through delivery, ensuring performance, budget, and regulatory compliance. This role manages aerial bases and field operations, coordinating aircraft, aircrew, equipment, and inventory while monitoring safety, weather, and operational readiness. The position includes reporting on key performance metrics, managing operational documentation, and ensuring compliance with applicable Canadian aviation, transportation, and pesticide regulations.

The role involves establishing and maintaining deployed operations and aerial bases, overseeing equipment calibration and maintenance, monitoring product usage, and supporting flight operations as needed. Travel to various project locations is required. A strong focus on safety leadership, training, and emergency preparedness is essential, along with collaboration on research and other assigned operational initiatives.

• Oversee project execution and report key performance metrics.
• Manage and control department inventory.
• Schedule and deploy aircraft and aircrew while monitoring flight and duty time limitations.
• Maintain up‑to‑date aircraft, crew, and operational records, including emergency response information.
• Monitor weather conditions to inform safe and effective flight operations.
• Track and manage operational assets, inventory, and product usage.
• Establish, equip, and maintain aerial bases, loading pits, and the Deployed Operations Centre.
• Support operations through aircraft loading and flying in support aircraft as required.
• Develop and deliver safety and emergency response training.

• Post-secondary education is required, BSc Forestry, BSc Forestry Engineering and
  
  B.Eng preferred
• 3-5 years of supervisory or management experience is preferred.
• Experience working in an aviation environment as a pilot, operations coordinator, base manager, or aircraft loader is an asset.
• 1-2 years of project management experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of project management principles and personnel management.
• Familiar with basic office software suite, Excel, and Word or equivalent.
• Experience in wildland firefighting is an asset.

Forest Protection Limited (FPL) is the largest 702 aerial operator in eastern Canada, with a rich legacy since 1952 of preserving and protecting forests vital to ecosystems, communities, and economies. As a leader in forest health management, FPL specializes in aerial firefighting and forest management.

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Pleasesubmityour resume by February 28, 2026, for considerationhere.

Resumes should be chronological, listing education and employment by month and year, including part-time and full-time roles.

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 Jeanette Garland, Human Resources Manager,atjgarlando 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.