Quality Control Chemist - Fixed Term Contract

About Us

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our clients. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE, where we step up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

As our Quality Control Chemist (Fixed-Term Contract), you will be responsible for routine and nonroutine QA/QC testing on raw, intermediate, and finished products. Accountability includes maintaining Quality control data and records. The Quality Control Chemist performs testing and provides continuous support to external and internal customers in accordance with the Quality Management System.

This role is based out of Blackfalds, Alberta.

The Team

Join a dedicated and collaborative team committed to delivering exceptional quality and service excellence. The team operates in a supportive and detail-oriented environment, focusing on achieving high standards in quality control processes.

Work Environment

This role is based in a laboratory setting and involves adherence to strict safety and quality protocols. It is a fixed-term contract position for up to six months, offering an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

A Day in The Life

• Ensure a focus on quality, service excellence and efficiency within areas of responsibility
• Routine Quality Control testing; provide guidance and evaluation of Blending Plant products
• Maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and organization
• Observe all established Safety protocols and actively participate in the Health and Safety Program
• Contribute to Laboratory documentation related to Safety, Quality, and training
• Perform other duties as required

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related Technical Diploma or Degree from SAIT/NAIT
• Adherence to SECURE’s Occupational Health and Safety Standards
• Experience in a Quality Control laboratory in a manufacturing sector would be considered an asset
• Oil and Gas production chemicals experience is an asset
• Excellent at verbal and written technical communication
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
• Understand the urgency of actions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Excellent analytical problem-solving expertise
• Detail-oriented and demonstrates interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
• Strong customer service focus skills with the ability to be flexible and adaptable

What's in it for you

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement for our employees, customers, 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.

Every SECURE employee has a right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being a 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.