JOB DESCRIPTION
Make your mark while you grow your career. Canadian Natural's Reclamation Planning Team manages one of the largest and most complex inventories of closure sites in Western Canada. Reclamation Planners play a critical role in advancing sites through the closure process by applying technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and sound business judgment to develop practical, defensible reclamation and remediation strategies.

The Opportunity
JOB DESCRIPTION
Make your mark while you grow your career. Canadian Natural's Reclamation Planning Team manages one of the largest and most complex inventories of closure sites in Western Canada. Reclamation Planners play a critical role in advancing sites through the closure process by applying technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and sound business judgment to develop practical, defensible reclamation and remediation strategies.

Job location: Calgary, Alberta

Shift schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts

Safety sensitive position: Yes

Application deadline: August 19, 2026

Key Accountabilities

Manage a portfolio of reclamation and remediation sites, applying technical judgment to prioritize work based on risk, regulatory obligations, business objectives, and closure readiness

Develop technically sound closure strategies, scopes of work, cost estimates, permits, and third-party agreements to support successful execution of field programs

Review, challenge, and provide direction on technical assessments, remedial options, reclamation strategies, and closure reports prepared by external consultants

Collaborate with Reclamation Operations, regulators, and other stakeholders to advance sites through the closure process and achieve program objectives

Monitor regulatory commitments and ensure closure activities remain aligned with provincial requirements, company standards,



and approved plans

Contribute to annual planning and budgeting processes by evaluating costs, forecasting work programs, and identifying opportunities to improve program efficiency

What You Bring To The Role

Minimum 8-10 years of progressive experience in assessment, remediation, and reclamation of upstream oil and gas sites, including technical report preparation, review, and regulatory closure planning

Post-secondary education in environmental science, geology, engineering, or a related discipline, supported by an applicable professional designation or technologist certification

Strong knowledge of Alberta reclamation, remediation, and environmental assessment regulations, with the ability to apply regulatory requirements to complex site-specific conditions

Demonstrated ability to evaluate and recommend fit-for-purpose closure strategies, including the application of risk-based and alternative closure approaches

Proven experience reviewing and providing technical direction on environmental site assessments, remedial action plans, remediation reports, and reclamation submissions

Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment

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

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 and 2026.

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 Advantages:
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.

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📌 Reclamation Planner (Alberta)
🏢 Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL)
📍 Alberta