About Defend Environmental Limited

Defend is a Saskatchewan-owned and 100% Métis-owned environmental services company based in Saskatoon, on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis, within Métis Nation–Saskatchewan Western Region 2A. We provide hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, environmental services, remediation, industrial services, and spill response.

We are a local, family-owned environmental services company that values teamwork, integrity, and a strong work ethic. Our business is built on four value-driven pillars: Respect, Integrity, Trust and Excellence (RITE). We believe in building a crew that can learn, train, and grow within the environmental field through active support. So, if you’re a team player with a good attitude and a willingness to learn, you’ll fit right in.

The Position

We are looking for an organized, dependable and proactive Office Administrator to help keep our office organized, connected and on track. The Office Administrator will interact with clients, support our facility and business operations teams, and coordinate effectively with team members working on-site, in field, and remotely.

This is a varied position suited to a technology savvy individual who can stay organized, adapt to a dynamic environment, and prioritize a variety of tasks efficiently. As a small but growing family-owned business, the scope of the position is bound to evolve with time. We are looking for someone who is adaptable, willing to learn and comfortable taking ownership of their work.

We value teamwork, collaboration, and individuals who bring unique perspectives to our team.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate office calendars, registrations, deadlines, meetings, recurring reminders, and prepare a weekly briefing for the teams

-Communicate professionally with clients,



vendors and external organisations

- Email and phone correspondence
- Reception
- Verbal communications
- Digital and social content drafting
- Client and vendor administration
- Document control and filing
- Data entry
- Complete routine financial and WCB administration

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications & Competencies

At Defend, we are building a team. We will train the right fit and value dedication to growing a career with Defend.

- At least one year of experience in office administration, administrative coordination, bookkeeping support or a role with transferable skills
- Previous experience in environmental services, construction, transportation, industrial services or another regulated industry is an asset
- Certificate or diploma in office administration, business administration, bookkeeping or a related field is an asset but not required
- Solid organisational and time-management abilities
- Comfortable managing multiple tasks, deadlines and follow-up items
- Strong professional written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to utilise available technological tools and company-specific software
- o Microsoft 365
- o QuickBooks Online
- o Social media
- o Approved AI tools
- Ability to work independently and ask questions when clarification is required

The right person will be:

- Organized, dependable and attentive to detail
- Proactive about deadlines, missing information and unfinished tasks




- Comfortable respectfully following up with others
- Able to prioritize and move between different types of work
- Discreet with financial, employee and client information
- Adaptable, accountable and aligned with Defend’s RITE values

Compensation & Benefits:

- Competitive hourly wage or salary, starting at $18-$22 with potential for performance-based increases in the first year of employment
- Benefits via Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Ongoing training in accordance with your interests and strengths

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter explaining why you are interested in the Office Administrator position at Defend via our website

https://defendenviro.ca/careers.

Defend Environmental Ltd. supports a culture of integrity, fairness, and ethical practices. We are committed to diversity and will welcome applications from all walks of life. If you are interested in applying for employment and need assistance/accommodations to apply for this position, please contact [email protected]

We look forward to receiving your application and sincerely thank you for considering Defend Environmental Ltd. as your next career opportunity. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Interviews will be held September 3rd – September 11, 2026.

Pay: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Extended health care
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Saskatoon, SK S7K 5Z7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Language:

- English (required)

Location:

- Saskatoon, SK S7K 5Z7 (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR (Saskatoon)
🏢 Defend Environmental
📍 Saskatoon