Production Geologist

Location: Northeastern Alberta (Fort Chipewyan)

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.

Job Description
Canadian Natural is seeking a well‑rounded Production Geologist with strong technical and communication skills to join our Horizon Production Geology team. In this role, you will support daily field operations by ensuring safe, compliant, and effective delivery of ore to the plant, while contributing to continuous improvement of the geological modeling and interpretation.

Location and Schedule

Job location:

Fort McMurray, Alberta – Horizon Oil Sands

Shift schedule: 7 x 7, 12‑hour shifts, rotating days/nights (Tuesday - Monday)

Safety sensitive position:
Yes

Final date to receive applications:
June 7, 2026

Key Accountabilities

Work as a key member of the Production Geology team supporting day‑to‑day mining operations, and be accountable for ore‑grade validation, monitoring shovel advances, and ensuring accurate material qualities are sent to the plant.

Conduct daily field investigations of active mining faces to validate the geological model and assess mine plan execution in real time.

Track and analyze mine data to improve the geology modeling and execution; optimize and adjust mining benches as the mine progresses.

Apply strong knowledge of the McMurray Formation and depositional environments to support short‑range planning, refine geological interpretations, and optimize shovel blending strategies.

Ensure effective communication of real‑time geological conditions, ore properties, and potential to cross‑functional stakeholders, including Field Geology, Mine Engineering, Mine Operations, and Plant Engineering.

Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance data quality, refine workflows, and maximize resource recovery.

What You Bring To

The Role

Geology degree from a recognized institution.

Registered or eligible to register with APEGA as P.Geo.

5+ years’ experience in geology; open‑pit mining experience considered a strong asset.

Proficient with MS 365; experience with Power BI, Mine Plan (Minesight) and Petrel is an asset.

Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, data‑driven, multidisciplinary environment.

Demonstrated interest or experience in data analytics, coding, or digital innovation is considered an asset.

Valid class 5 Drivers' License with a clean abstract as driving is a critical component of this role.

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!

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.

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