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Harbour Air Seaplanes

Seasonal Seaplane Captain (DHC-3T Otter) — Vancouver

✈️ Seaplane Captain (DHC‑3T Otter) — Vancouver

Harbour Air is seeking an experienced, safety- and service-oriented seaplane pilot to operate DHC‑3T Otter aircraft from our Vancouver base, flying scheduled and charter services throughout the stunning Southern British Columbia coastal regions.

  • Employer: Harbour Air
  • Employment: Seasonal
  • Base: Vancouver, BC
  • Aircraft: DHC‑3T Otter (on floats)
  • Operation: Scheduled and Charter
  • Region: Southern British Columbia Coastal Regions
  • Type Rating: Not required (NTR) — training provided

🧭 The opportunity

From glassy-water departures to scenic coastal approaches, you’ll bring precision, professionalism, and genuine hospitality to every flight. As a Harbour Air Captain, you’ll be trusted to make sound decisions in a dynamic environment while delivering an elevated guest experience that keeps our communities connected.

🧰 What you’ll do

  • Operate the DHC‑3T Otter on floats for scheduled and charter flights across the Southern BC coast.
  • Perform safe dock/wharf operations, including water taxiing, docking, mooring, and passenger loading.
  • Assess weather, tides, and water conditions to ensure safe, efficient decision-making.
  • Uphold SOPs and safety standards while representing Harbour Air with professionalism.
  • Deliver personable, memorable service and clear communication to every guest.
  • Collaborate with dispatch, ground, and maintenance teams to keep operations running smoothly.

🌟 What you bring

  • Exceptional customer service orientation — a passion for taking service to a higher level.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

🧾 Minimum requirements

  • Licence: CPL with Float Rating (TCCA)
  • Medical: Class 1
  • English Proficiency: ICAO ELP Level 4 or higher
  • Type Rating: Not required (NTR) — training provided
  • Preferred Experience: DHC‑3T time and coastal/float operations experience
  • Open to Licence Holders: TCCA only
  • Visa Sponsorship: Not provided

💡 Why you’ll love flying with us

  • Iconic seaplane flying in one of the world’s most beautiful coastal regions.
  • A safety-first culture where professionalism and teamwork take flight.
  • Type training provided on the DHC‑3T Otter for non-type-rated pilots.
  • Meaningful guest interactions that make every sector memorable.

📨 How to apply

Ready to chart your next course with Harbour Air? Submit your application and resume highlighting your float experience, customer service strengths, and DHC‑3T/coastal time (if applicable).

Only candidates who meet the minimum licensing and medical requirements will be considered.