Senior Geologist (CDR/CCS)

1h1 hour ago

Deep Sky

CA · Full-time · C$150,000 – C$220,000

About this role

Deep Sky is at the forefront of environmental innovation, specializing in Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) and Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) technologies. We develop sustainable solutions for decarbonization and are expanding our team. This senior geologist role plays a crucial part in subsurface operations and regional mapping projects across Canada.

This senior individual contributor position emphasizes hands-on subsurface evaluation, from regional screening to detailed pore-scale geological interpretation. The focus is on identifying, advancing, and de-risking CO₂ storage opportunities across sedimentary and hard rock systems. Daily work involves rigorous geological assessment and modeling.

Work closely with multidisciplinary teams while maintaining independent technical judgment. The role rewards critical thinking, challenging assumptions, interrogating uncertainty, and grounding decisions in data and sound geological reasoning rather than precedent or groupthink. Collaboration balances with autonomous decision-making.

This position is preferably hybrid but flexible to remote candidates with travel expectations. Contribute to high-impact projects in CO₂ storage site evaluation and CCS hub applications. Join a team pushing boundaries in decarbonization technologies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geology, Geoscience, or a related discipline.
Senior-level experience (10 years minimum), particularly in roles involving technical leadership, independent judgment, or advisory responsibility.
Demonstrated hands-on experience with core logging, core analysis, and subsurface data interpretation in either sedimentary or hard rock environments.
Working knowledge of sedimentary systems (e.g., carbonate and siliciclastic stratigraphy) and/or igneous and metamorphic rock systems, including experience relevant to CO₂ storage or mineralization.
Proven experience in geological mapping, site screening or selection, and subsurface evaluation for energy, mining, environmental, or CCS-related projects.
Experience supporting or managing large-scale geological studies, regional assessments, or multi-site evaluation programs.
Exposure to industry-standard subsurface and geological software such as Petrel, GeoScout, Kingdom, Leapfrog, or equivalent tools.

Responsibilities

Conduct subsurface geological interpretation and modelling using industry-standard tools (e.g., Petrel, RMS, CMG, or equivalent) to evaluate CO₂ storage opportunities across sedimentary and hard rock systems.
Oversee regional geological mapping and screening efforts across Canada to identify and prioritize potential CO₂ storage sites, including saline aquifers, depleted reservoirs, and mineralization-based targets.
Evaluate and rank potential CO₂ storage sites through rigorous technical screening, comparative performance assessments, and uncertainty evaluation.
Apply geological expertise across diverse lithologies, including sedimentary basins and igneous and metamorphic systems, to assess storage capacity, fluid flow behaviour, and long-term containment mechanisms.
Support drilling and subsurface data acquisition programs, including interpretation of core, logs, and other datasets relevant to sedimentary and hard rock environments.
Prepare and submit applications for CCS hubs and projects, including geological assessments and feasibility studies.
Manage project timelines, costs, and deliverables, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.