Hydrogeologist

5d5 days ago

Canadian Natural Resources

Calgary, CA · Full-time · C$130,000 – C$170,000

About this role

Canadian Natural is seeking a well-rounded Hydrogeologist with experience working in Alberta’s Oil Sands industry to help meet the needs of Thermal Oil Sands assets. In this full-time position in Calgary, Alberta, you will work with a senior asset Hydrogeologist and a multidisciplinary team. You will utilize strong technical, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills in the development and monitoring of groundwater source and disposal systems.

You will manage groundwater source and disposal system development, including source and disposal well drilling. Conduct regional aquifer pressure monitoring and direct groundwater flow numerical modelling studies. Map Mannville and Neogene/Quaternary aquifers while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Handle regulatory management, including Water Act licenses and meeting AER Directive and EPEA approval requirements. Coordinate consultants on regulatory monitoring and reporting programs. Engage in project management, data compilation, assessment, and reporting within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Join an industry leader investing in career development through a culture focused on developing people, working together, and doing it right with fun and integrity. Proud to be ranked as one of Forbes' Canada's Best Employers in 2025 and 2026. Access opportunities in Oil Sands hydrogeology with strong support for professional growth.

Requirements

M.Sc. in Hydrogeology or B.Sc. degree in Geology with specialization in Hydrogeology
Registration or eligibility for registration with APEGA within 12 months of hiring
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Oil Sands hydrogeological work, including field investigations and management of regional groundwater monitoring networks
Understanding of the regional Southern Athabasca Oil Sands Area groundwater flow systems
Mannville Mapping Experience
Aquifer pressure transient analysis experience
Project management ability and experience
Experience in groundwater flow modeling studies (FEFLOW and MODFLOW)

Responsibilities

Manage groundwater source and disposal system development, including source and disposal well drilling
Conduct regional aquifer pressure monitoring
Direct groundwater flow numerical modelling studies
Map Mannville and Neogene/Quaternary aquifers
Manage regulatory compliance, including Water Act licenses and AER Directive and EPEA approval requirements
Coordinate consultants on regulatory monitoring and reporting programs
Perform project management, data compilation, assessment, and reporting