Junior Well Operations Engineer

SECURE; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Health spending account

Wellness programs

Savings plan

Career progression

Referral program

Safety standards

Community initiatives

Job summary

SECURE in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a Well Operations Engineer to support planning, performance, and optimization of well operations. You will work with senior professionals to apply engineering principles, analyze well data, and contribute to efficiency and cost improvements.

This role is office-based with some field visits, offering broad exposure to well operations and regulatory initiatives in a growing company.

Qualifications

• A recent engineering degree from an accredited program.
• 2-4 years of industry experience considered an asset.
• Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with operations, regulatory, finance, and other cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the Well Operations team in planning, monitoring, performance analysis, and optimization initiatives.
• Support performance improvement through operational planning, data analysis, and post-operation reviews.
• Review historical well performance data to identify optimization opportunities; assist with planning, execution, and project management of well optimization activities.
• Assist the Project Controller in budgeting, forecasts, and cost tracking, including monthly expenditures.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our customers. 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 and be part of a team that steps up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share

Your Opportunity at SECURE

As a Well Operations Engineer, you'll play a key role in supporting the planning, performance, and optimization of SECURE's well operations. Working alongside experienced technical and operational professionals, you'll apply engineering principles, analyze well performance, support regulatory initiatives, and contribute to projects that improve operational efficiency, cost performance, and long-term asset value. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to gain broad exposure across well operations while building technical expertise in a dynamic and growing business.

Ideal for engineers looking to build their technical expertise while gaining hands‑on experience supporting well operations and optimization projects.

This role is based in Calgary, Alberta

The Team

You’ll join a collaborative, knowledgeable team that values open communication, continuous learning, and shared success. Working closely with operations, regulatory, finance, and technical specialists, you’ll contribute to meaningful work while learning from experienced professionals across the business.

Work Environment

This role is primarily office-based with opportunities to visit field operations and gain firsthand exposure to well activities. In our fast‑paced environment, you’ll balance analytical work with cross‑functional collaboration, supporting projects that help deliver safe, reliable, and efficient operational outcomes.

A Day in The Life

• Provide technical support to the Well Operations team in well planning, well monitoring, performance analysis, and well optimization initiatives
• Support performance improvement through operational planning, data analysis, and post‑operation reviews
• Review historical well performance data to identify optimization opportunities; assist with optimization planning, execution planning, and project management of well optimization activities
• Assist the Project Controller in the preparation, tracking, and accuracy of well budgets, forecasts, and operational costs, including timely submission of monthly well expenditures
• Develop and maintain accurate project cost tracking and reporting for both existing and development wells
• Support SECURE’s regulatory programs, including disposal scheme applications (D51), regulatory operational planning, compliance tracking, and regulatory submissions
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date well files, operational records, and supporting documentation
• Coordinate with internal teams (operations, regulatory, and finance) to ensure alignment of well information, costs, and schedules
• Provide general analytical and administrative support to the Well Operations team as required

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• A recent engineering degree from an accredited program
• 2-4 years of industry experience considered an asset
• Strong ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with operations, regulatory, finance, and other cross‑functional teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
• Willingness and ability to travel to field locations as required

What's In It For You

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 include:
• Employer-paid benefits: health, dental & more
• Health Care Spending Account
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Savings Plan
• 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 the 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.