Terminal Operator

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, Specialty Chemicals, and Energy Infrastructure including 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 Terminal Operator will monitor conditions of the pipeline gathering system including product quality ensuring compliance with all safety and government regulations.  This individual will ensure that the pipeline system and tank farm blending operation is operating at a high level of efficiency. This is a dual-purpose role which includes monitoring a pipeline system via SCADA equipment, working outside and in a lab performing basic product quality tests.

This position is located outside of Slave Lake, AB and offers a 7-day on, 7-day off shift rotation, rotating between days and nights, with 12-hour workdays.

• Operate and continuously monitor pipeline gathering system via SCADA control system with limited supervision
• Ensure accurate on spec blending of multiple products
• Execute daily pumping schedules and blending requirements
• Responsible for treating emulsion with the treater
• Recognize / Respond appropriately to abnormal operating conditions and emergency situations
• Monitor leak detection and respond to alarm conditions
• Log all pertinent day to day data
• Communicate information exchange at end of shift
• Prioritize and manage required console activities
• Perform plant rounds and equipment checks
• Conduct visitor and contractor orientations
• Perform basic sampling and lab tests as required
• Day to day site activities including minor maintenance activities and housekeeping
• Orientate site visitors / contractors
• Complete work permits, and job hazard assessments as required
• Participate in Emergency Response Plan (ERP) training exercises
• Participate as required in ERP manual updates
• Participate as required in Operating manual updates
• Participate as required in equipment book updates
• Troubleshoot mechanical & electrical problems
• Evaluate contractor performance
• Participate on incident reporting and resolution
• Duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change as deemed necessary by the Facility Manager

• Intermediate understanding of SCADA systems and hardware
• A minimum of 5 years pipeline operations and procedures experience
• A High School Diploma, General Education Diploma or equivalent
• A valid and acceptable Driver’s license and successful completion of Pre-employment testing
• Current and valid safety tickets, including H2S Alive, First Aid, Confined Space Entry, WHMIS and TDG, Ground Disturbance, ICS
• Must be able to clearly and accurately document their work and ensure consistent communication with the Facility Manager and other key stakeholders
• Must be able to multi-task and demonstrate good decision-making skills
• Proven ability to work well under limited amount of supervision
• Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills and safe work practices
• Must demonstrate strong teaching methods regarding all processes in the plant
• Must demonstrate a high level of integrity and accountability to Lead Operator / Facility Manager
• Ensure consistent and clear communication with the Facility Manager and other internal & external stakeholders
• Demonstrate a commitment to safe and efficient operations of the pipeline system

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 we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:

• Competitive industry wages, and compensation programs which includes:
• Employer paid benefits: health, dental & more
• Health care spending account
• Employee wellness program
• Employee savings plans
• Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives Our Stories

We believe our team’s strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has a right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support. 

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.