Manager, Rail Services

SECURE is a leading Waste Management and Energy Infrastructure business headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. Our extensive infrastructure network located throughout western Canada and North Dakota includes Waste Management Facilities, Industrial Landfills, Pipeline Operations, Metals & Mining, and Specialty Chemicals, Energy Infrastructure include Blending & Facility Supply and Trading & Storage.

Our number one goal every day is to go home safe. Like our values state, working the SECURE way starts with working safely. Safety is the cornerstone of our culture, because if we are not safe, nothing else matters.

The Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of rail derailment services, including response coordination, equipment deployment, and team leadership. Additionally, they will oversee facility operations, maintenance, and safety protocols to ensure optimal functionality and compliance.

The Rail Services Team oversees and coordinates rail derailment emergency response and facility operations. In the event of a derailment, the team directs the deployment of response teams and equipment. They collaborate closely with external stakeholders, including emergency responders, regulatory agencies, and rail companies to ensure a unified and effective response to incidents.

The role is accountable for leading cross-functional teams, identify integration opportunities, mitigate risks, and drive the execution of integration strategies to achieve strategic business objectives. This position requires 24/7 on call availability and a willingness to work in extreme weather conditions.

The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

Rail Derailment Services:

• Lead and coordinate emergency response activities for rail derailments, ensuring rapid and effective deployment of response teams and equipment.
• Develop and maintain emergency response plans, protocols, and training programs to ensure readiness and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Manage and monitor equipment inventory, maintenance schedules, and readiness checks to ensure operational readiness at all times.
• Coordinate with external parties, such as emergency responders, regulatory authorities, and railroad companies, to facilitate collaborative response efforts.
• Conduct regular training exercises to enhance team preparedness and response capabilities.
• Analyze incident data, performance metrics, and lessons learned to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes related to rail derailment response and emergency management.

Facility Management:

• Oversee all aspects of facility operations, including maintenance, security and housekeeping, to ensure a safe and functional working environment.
• Develop and implement facility maintenance plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure optimal performance and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and maintain facility safety protocols, including materials handling, and emergency evacuation procedures.
• Conduct regular inspections, audits, and assessments to identify maintenance needs, safety hazards, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with Senior Management to align facility operations with organizational goals, objectives, and strategic initiatives.

Transportation Manager

• Manage Trucking division based on availability outside of ER response.
• Arrange Trucking Services with Third party clients.
• Establish priorities with Dispatcher Coordinator and Senior Rail Manager.
• Optimize efficiencies within the Trucking Division.
• Responsible for Safety and NSC Compliance.

The individual in this role will have:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in emergency response management, with specific experience in rail derailment services, hazardous materials handling, or related fields is highly desirable.
• Mechanical, engineering, or rail division operations experience is highly desirable.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead and motivate teams in high-stress and time-sensitive situations.
• Strong knowledge of emergency response protocols, regulatory requirements, and best practices related to rail transportation, hazardous materials, and environmental safety.
• Experience in facility management, including maintenance, safety compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Familiarity with emergency response equipment, tools, and technologies commonly used in rail derailment incidents.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate with internal teams, external stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and clients.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure and in rapidly changing environments.
• Proven track record of successfully managing projects, budgets, and resources to achieve desired outcomes.
• Ability to handle projects with multiple workstreams, with proven leadership success over a wide variety of functional business problems and with multiple stakeholders at both senior and junior levels.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite and industry-specific software for emergency response planning, incident reporting, and data analysis.

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in.  We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and care about making a meaningful contribution.  We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a compensation package that competitively recognizes employee contributions and performance. 

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer an attractive employee package, including: 

• Leading industry wages with competitive base salary, compensation programs
• Industry leading safety
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Employer paid benefits: health, dental & more
  • Health Care Spending Account
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Employee savings plans
• Career progression/internal mobility opportunities including off season rotational opportunities
• Community investment activities
• A competitive employee referral program

Stay connected to us: 

• Visit us at secure-energy.com and connect with us on our social media channels for our latest job postings, news, community activities, and other updates
• SECURE is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.