Mining Hydrogeologist at Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL)

The Opportunity

JOB DESCRIPTION

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
  
  

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!

About Us

We are proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025.

We invest in your career through offering a culture that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right with fun and integrity.

Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.

Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural – one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.

Check out some of our Employee Testimonials !

All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, kindly note only candidates under consideration will be contacted.