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Floatplane Captain (DHC-2 Beaver) – Seair Seaplanes | Vancouver, BC

✈️ Floatplane Captain Opportunity

Seair Seaplanes is seeking dynamic, qualified Captains to fly the iconic DHC-2 Beaver on scheduled and charter routes along British Columbia’s spectacular coast. This is a permanent, Vancouver-based role where you’ll lead safe, professional float operations serving remote communities and discerning travelers.

  • Employer: Seair Seaplanes
  • Employment: Permanent
  • Base: Vancouver, British Columbia (CYVR)
  • Operation: Scheduled and charter seaplane services along the BC coast
  • Aircraft: De Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver (float)
  • Type Rating: Not required — training provided
  • Visa Sponsorship: Not provided

🧭 What you’ll do

  • Captain DHC-2 Beaver float operations across coastal BC, including water takeoffs/landings, docking, and ramp procedures.
  • Operate scheduled and bespoke charter flights while delivering clear briefings and outstanding customer service.
  • Exercise strong airmanship and decision-making in a changing maritime environment; assess weather, tides, and performance limits.
  • Plan and conduct flights in accordance with company SOPs, the CARs, and SMS; complete weight & balance, fuel planning, and navigation.
  • Champion safety in remote operations; manage risk and apply threat and error management.
  • Collaborate with dispatch and maintenance; support dock duties, fueling, and loading as a proactive team member.

🧰 What you’ll bring

  • Minimum 1,000 hours PIC total time.
  • Minimum 500 hours PIC floatplane time.
  • CPL with Float Rating; TCCA license.
  • Valid Class 1 Medical.
  • ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or higher.
  • Strong customer service and communication skills.
  • Safety-oriented mindset; capable of operating independently in remote coastal locations.
  • Adaptable and composed in a changing environment; a self-starter who takes initiative.
  • Eligible to work in Canada; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Type rating not required — full DHC-2 training provided.

🌟 Why fly with Seair

  • Fly the legendary Beaver across Canada’s stunning West Coast.
  • Enjoy variety with both scheduled services and tailored charter missions.
  • Join a tight-knit, customer-focused team with a strong safety culture.
  • Vancouver International Airport (CYVR) base with access to diverse coastal destinations.

📨 How to apply

Ready to take the left seat? Submit your resume and a concise flight time summary highlighting total PIC and PIC float hours. Qualified candidates will be contacted by Seair Seaplanes for next steps.

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