Operations - Student

About Us:

# SECURE Your Future!

At SECURE, we’re not afraid of tough jobs – because they matter. Join us in transforming waste into value, protecting communities, and building a stronger future. We’ve got your back while you build your career.

Summer Student Opportunities begin in May 2026 and end in August 2026.

What We Need From You?

At SECURE, we roll up our sleeves and take on the tough stuff with grit, innovation, and teamwork. We’re looking for students who are:

- Ready to embrace challenges and bring forward new ideas.

- Determined, resilient, and driven to see tasks through.

- Adaptable and resourceful, with a strong ability to collaborate.

- Motivated to perform at a high level and support the team.

Program Eligibility:

- Be enrolled in a post-secondary institution and available from May to August.

- Be legally entitled to work in Canada (Citizen, PR, or valid work permit).

- Complete a Medical and/or Alcohol & Drug test if the role is considered safety sensitive.

How to apply:

Submit one (1) combined PDF that includes all required documents in this order:

- Cover Letter – Answer both prompts:

- Why do you want to work for SECURE?

- How does this position fit with your career goals?

- Resume

- Recent Transcripts (official or unofficial)

File format & naming

- Format: PDF only (no Word, Google Docs, or separate files)

Your Opportunity at SECURE:

This role will support SECURE’s Operations team in enhancing process efficiency, supporting daily workflows, and assisting with data analysis tied to production and services. The student will gain hands-on experience in operations management while contributing to special projects that improve productivity across the organization. This position requires the ability to work independently, with some travel expected as part of the role.

This role is based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

The Team:

The student will be based in Saskatoon, working closely with SECURE’s Operations team to support both local and regional activities. The team emphasizes efficiency, problem-solving, and collaboration, while also encouraging students to take ownership of projects and work independently.

A Day in The Life:

- Analyze operational workflows to identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies and recommend process improvements.

- Track and analyze operational metrics, preparing reports that support performance monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives.

- Assist with resource planning and scheduling, ensuring effective allocation of personnel, equipment, and materials.

- Support the development, documentation, and updating of standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain consistency across departments.

- Collaborate with the operations team on implementing process improvements and monitoring outcomes.

- Provide operational support on day-to-day activities, ensuring efficiency in production and service workflows.

- Participate in special projects as assigned, contributing insights and solutions to address evolving operational needs.

- Assist with data entry, organization, and reporting for internal stakeholders.

- Support cross-functional communication between operations, field staff, and other departments.

- Travel as required to support operations at different sites.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret workflow data and operational metrics.

- High attention to detail and accuracy in tracking processes, updating documentation, and reporting.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with process mapping tools or operations software is an asset.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills to document processes and collaborate effectively with team members.

- Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

- Proactive and solution-oriented approach to challenges, with the ability to work independently as well as in a team.

- Willingness and ability to travel for operational support when required.

Submission

- Apply through SECURE’s Careers site for this posting.

- Applications that are not submitted as one combined PDF may be considered incomplete.

Application Deadline

Please submit your application by October 17th, 2025. Only applicants submitted through SECURE’s career site will be acknowledged. Late submissions will not be accepted.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected will be contacted.

What's in it for you:

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth — for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team that takes pride in tackling tough challenges and making a meaningful contribution. We attract, retain, and motivate employees with competitive compensation and by recognizing performance.

We Got This.

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SECURE is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants are not assessed on race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.