At Navica, we bring world-class salon experiences to Metro Vancouver through our premium brands Mentor Hair Salons and Air Hair Salons. Navica has over 20 years of experience in operating hair salon chains in Canada.

So we are more than just salons—we’re a platform for your career growth. Our supportive team culture, continuous training, and clear career pathing ensure you’re always moving forward, whether your dream is to become a top stylist, a manager, a trainer, or even a salon owner.

Navica Hair welcomes a culture of creativity, collaboration, and growth.

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Why Stylists Choose Us

  • ✺ Loyal Clients

    Build lasting relationships with our affluent clients who return time and again for the quality, expertise, and trust that Navica salons are known for.

  • ✺ High Foot Traffic

    Our prime locations attract a steady stream of new clients, giving you more opportunities to showcase your skills and grow your clientele.

  • ✺ Ongoing Education

    Stay ahead of the latest trends and techniques with continuous learning opportunities designed to keep you inspired and at the top of your craft.

  • ✺ Growth Opportunities

    From stylist to salon owner—your career path is limitless. We’ll help you define and achieve your goals.

  • ✺ In-Salon Training

    Receive hands-on training and mentorship from experienced professionals, sharpening both your technical skills and business know-how.

  • ✺ Experienced Team

    Join a supportive community of talented stylists who share knowledge freely, collaborate daily, and celebrate each other’s success.

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Why Us?

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Competitive Pay

Bonuses & Stock Options

Flexible Paid Vacation

In-Store Staff Discounts

Continuous Learning

Open Positions

We’re always looking for passionate and experienced Hairstylists to join our team of professionals who specialize in East-Asian hair care. Whether you’re a seasoned stylist ready for your next chapter or an apprentice looking to learn in a supportive space, we’d love to connect.

    • Perform a wide range of salon services, including cutting, coloring, styling, and treatments, with precision and expertise.

    • Collaborate with team members to coordinate schedules, manage appointments, and maintain a smooth workflow.

    • Help maintain salon cleanliness by ensuring workstations are clean and organized, tools and equipment are sanitized, and salon facilities are kept tidy and presentable.

    • Take part in salon promotions and marketing initiatives

    • Showcase your work and promote salon services through social media platforms. Regularly post photos of your clients' hair transformations, share styling tips and trends, and engage with followers to build a strong online presence for the salon.

    • Currently completing apprenticeship course or in the first year post-completion of an apprenticeship course

    • Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.

    • Exceptional time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple appointments simultaneously.

    • A growth mindset and a passion for continuous learning and improvement.

    • Ambitious and self-driven, with a proactive approach to achieving goals and exceeding expectations.

    • Optional: Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin, preferred but not required.

    • Flexible paid time off - performance-dependent additional time off on top of provincial allowance 

    • Professional development - such as training and helping you grow your career in whichever direction you’d like to take

    • Bonuses - bonus structure to reward stellar performance

    • Stock Options - opportunity to purchase company stock as part of your compensation package

    • Career pathing - Whether it’s being a top stylist, manager, business owner, or trainer, we will invest in time and effort to help you get to your career goal

    • In-store staff discounts

Apprenticeship Hairstylists

    • Perform a wide range of salon services, including cutting, coloring, styling, and treatments, with precision and expertise.

    • Collaborate with team members to coordinate schedules, manage appointments, and maintain a smooth workflow.

    • Help maintain salon cleanliness by ensuring workstations are clean and organized, tools and equipment are sanitized, and salon facilities are kept tidy and presentable.

    • Take part in salon promotions and marketing initiatives

    • Showcase your work and promote salon services through social media platforms. Regularly post photos of your clients' hair transformations, share styling tips and trends, and engage with followers to build a strong online presence for the salon.

    • Minimum of 3 years of experience in all salon services, with demonstrated proficiency and expertise.

    • Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.

    • Exceptional time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple appointments simultaneously.

    • A growth mindset and a passion for continuous learning and improvement.

    • Ambitious and self-driven, with a proactive approach to achieving goals and exceeding expectations.

    • Optional: Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin preferred but not required.

    • Hourly Pay 

    • Flexible paid time off - performance-dependent additional time off on top of provincial allowance 

    • Professional development - soft skill, hard skills, sales, marketing, and business knowledge training. If you can think it, we will find the resources

    • Bonuses - eligible for bonuses to reward stellar performance

    • Stock Options - opportunity to purchase company stock as part of your compensation package

    • Career pathing - Whether it’s being a top stylist, manager, business owner, or trainer, we will invest in time and effort to help you get to your career goal

    • In-store staff discounts

Experienced Hairstylists

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From starting out to standing out — grow your career with Navica. Your style. Your Story.

From starting out to standing out — grow your career with Navica. Your style. Your Story.

✺ Frequently asked questions ✺

  • If you’re starting out as an apprentice, you don’t need to bring your own clients—our salons provide strong walk-in traffic and plenty of opportunities to build your clientele. For experienced stylists, having your own following is a great plus, but not a requirement to join our team.

  • We offer ongoing education to keep you sharp and inspired. Stylists get access to exclusive masterclasses organized by our suppliers, plus essential training on color lines, perm solutions, and new products to ensure you’re always up to date with the latest techniques and innovations in the industry.

  • We’ve built multiple channels to help you grow your clientele. Our loyalty program keeps guests coming back, while our marketing support and social media promotion showcase your work to a wider audience. Plus, our prime locations with high foot traffic ensure a steady stream of new clients walking through the door.

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