Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) M-1 and Apprentices

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) M-1

Company Name: Forest Protection Limited
Address: Fredericton (Lincoln), New Brunswick
Employment Type: Full-time

Forest Protection Limited (FPL) is inviting applications for an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) M-1 and Apprentices, Full-time, Permanent position. Based in Fredericton, New Brunswick, and reporting to the Maintenance Manager. The AME position will fulfill the following tasks:


RESPONSIBILITIES
• Conduct inspection, maintenance, repair and servicing of company aircraft to ensure continuity of their Certificate of Airworthiness.
• If instructed by the supervisor, perform the same duties as per (1) on non-owned aircraft.
• Assist in the attainment of company project goals by performing functions outlined in (1) or (2) on various projects/locations as assigned.
• Assist in the instruction of on-the-job training for AME apprentice.
• Complete and certify logbooks, work sheets, work cards, and work accomplished in accordance with CARs 571.10 and 605.93, 605.94 Schedule I items 6, 8, 9 and 605.96 Schedule II items 4 and 5.
• Assist with the modification of company aircraft as instructed by the supervisor.
• Responsible for the proper disposition of parts issued from aircraft stores.
• Report unserviceable maintenance equipment to the supervisor.
• Ensure that safety precautions and environmental management systems are being observed.
• Comply with FPL operations and policy manuals, and SOPs as they may apply.
• Be an active participant in the company safety program.
• Act with professionalism at all times while adhering to FPL Respectful Workplace Policy, Alcohol and Substance Abuse Policy and others as applicable.
• Wear clothing appropriate to FPL operations, including provided uniform, as well as appropriate safety footwear.
• Be adaptable, given the nature of FPL’s operations in the summertime. Deployment will be required.
• Remain current on developments in the field of Aircraft Maintenance Engineer and others impacting the position of Aircraft Maintenance Engineer by attending meetings/seminars and other information exchanges, reading published literature, periodic training, familiarization with relevant technology, etc.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate must have:
• Transport Canada-approved basic training type course
• A valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) M-1

NOTE: Preference will be given to candidates
• Having experience with turbine engines of the PT6A family.
• Operations such as aerial application or fire suppression.
• Knowledge of Microsoft suite software.
• Experience working on AT802 & Textron/Cessna 208.

OPERATIONS REQUIREMENTS
All applicants must:
• Be legally permitted to work in Canada in the Federal Aviation sector
• Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English.
• Be capable of obtaining a clean Criminal Background Check.
• Hold a valid Canadian driver's license or a federally recognized international license.
• Capable of obtaining a clean Driver Abstract.
• Hold a valid passport.
• Have CSA-approved footwear
• Be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Have their own transportation
• Have their own tools, excluding specialized tools.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH FOREST PROTECTION
• Competitive salary & flight pay
• Competitive FPL group benefits plan
• Pension plan after two months (5%)
• Paid sick days and vacation
• Wellness benefit every year.
• Robust initial training program.
• Modern fleet of AT-802 (Fire Boss) with state-of-the-art avionics
• Modern fleet of Textron/Cessna 208 with G1000NXi 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 February 13, 2026. 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 Jeanette Garland, Human Resources Manager at jgarland@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.