Job Description

The Opportunity:

At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada's energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right.


Make your mark while you grow your career! As a Mining Hydrogeologist, reporting to the Hydrogeology Supervisor, you will support safe, compliant, and effective production at the Albian Oil Sands Project. The support broadly entails hydrogeological characterization, monitoring scope planning, field scope execution, and performance reporting.

Job location:

Albian Oil Sands - Fort McMurray, Alberta or Calgary, Alberta

Shift schedule:

+ Albian: 4x3,10-hour shift (Monday - Thursday)
+ Calgary: 5x2, 8-hour shift (Monday - Friday)

Safety sensitive position:

Yes

Application deadline

: November 27, 2025

Key Accountabilities:

Maintain effective communication with stakeholders including Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Mine and Tailings Engineering, Mine and Tailings Operations, Environment, and Regulatory teams Perform hydrogeological site characterization, data analysis, and reporting on monthly, quarterly, or annual basis to internal and external stakeholders Design and optimization of mine depressurization and monitoring well networks Design groundwater and surface water sampling plans Provide coordination support and technical direction to field execution staff Perform hydrogeological fieldwork (aquifer testing/hydraulic conductivity testing, groundwater/surface water sampling, or well drilling supervision) when required Support technical reviews and presentations to stakeholders

What You Bring to the Role:

Bachelor's degree in Geology or Geotechnical Engineering with specialization in Hydrogeology preferred Registered or eligible for registration with APEGA is required Minimum of 8 years of experience in Physical/Contaminant Hydrogeology, Geological Engineering or similar field Highly motivated individual with good communication/networking skills Experience in using Microsoft Office Suite Experience in using some or all the following industry tools will be considered an asset: Aqtesolv, Surfer, GIS, MODFLOW, FEFLOW, GeoStudio or AcQuire Knowledge of the McMurray Formation will be considered an asset Must possess a valid class 5 driver's license (or higher) with a clean record

What We Offer:

Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural's Relocation Policy May be eligible for additional premiums Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta First class camp facilities Health & Wellness Spending Account Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community Employee & Family Assistance Program
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