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! We are seeking a well-rounded Pipeline Geohazard Specialist to join our Asset Integrity Team in a technical role supporting field operations.
In this role, you will be a key player supporting Canadian Natural’s Pipeline Geohazard Management Program throughout western Canada. Leveraging significant geohazard field experience and operational knowledge, you will conduct site assessments, evaluate geohazard conditions, coordinate inspection and mitigation activities, and work directly with Asset Integrity, Operations and Engineering teams to protect critical pipeline assets. Acting as a technical specialist, you will develop practical, risk-based solutions that ensure the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of pipeline systems.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical geohazard expertise and management of critical infrastructure with hands-on field work, problem solving, and stakeholder collaboration in dynamic operating environments. Success in this role will require strong geohazard technical expertise and field judgment, a thorough understanding of pipeline operations, and the ability to translate field observations into actionable, risk-based integrity and mitigation strategies.
Job location: Calgary, Alberta
Shift schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts (Monday to Friday)
Safety sensitive position: Yes
Application deadline : July 27, 2026
* Some field travel as needed by the business
Key Accountabilities:
Support planning, execution, and continuous improvement of the Pipeline Geohazard Management Program, maintaining an inventory of hydrotechnical and geotechnical hazard sites through inspections, investigations, monitoring, maintenance, and mitigation activities
Perform risk-based pipeline geohazard assessments and develop site-specific risk management plans, providing recommendations for inspections, monitoring strategies, and mitigation measures
Collaborate with Asset Integrity, Production, and Operations teams to establish integrity budgets, prioritize geohazard projects, and manage associated costs, schedules, and resources
Evaluate geohazard inspections, monitoring, and consultant assessment results, including in-line inspection (ILI) IMU bending strain data, to assess ground movement impacts, pipeline integrity, fitness-for-service, and required re-inspection intervals
Conduct engineering assessments for emerging geotechnical and hydrotechnical threats, regulatory audits, routine pipeline evaluations, and integrity management initiatives
Manage flood and precipitation monitoring programs, providing timely technical support and response during flooding events and other geohazard-related incidents
Support pipeline route selection and new construction projects through geohazard assessments, geotechnical investigation programs and HDD design
What You Bring to the Role:
Bachelor’s degree in Geosciences or Engineering (M.Sc. with a geohazard focus preferred), with APEGA registration or eligibility for registration; EGBC and APEGS registration considered an asset
Over 4 years of geohazard management experience focused on pipeline slope and watercourse crossing assessments, inspections, monitoring, and mitigation within the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin (WCSB)
Strong field expertise in pipeline geohazard assessments, including geomorphology, geology, terrain mapping, landform interpretation, and geotechnical hazard evaluation
Proficient in geohazard assessment technologies and data interpretation, including LiDAR, InSAR, DEMs, landslide susceptibility models, satellite imagery, aerial photography, mapping software, and pipeline ILI IMU bending strain data analysis
Demonstrated ability to translate complex geohazard findings into actionable recommendations, supported by strong analytical, project management, communication, technical report writing, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills
What We Offer:
Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
Health & Wellness Spending Account
Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development
Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays
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