Geotechnical Instrumentation Monitoring Student

Fort McMurray, AB, Canada

The Prospect

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Instrumentation monitoring is a key aspect in the process safety of some of the largest earth fill structures in the world.

The Instrumentation Monitoring

Student is responsible for collecting instrumentation data in a safe, compliant, and effective manner to meet Key Performance Indicators monthly. Specific tasks include instrument maintenance, raises, and abandonments in addition to mine driving and consistent communication with key stakeholders. Other responsibilities include monthly inspections to identify issues with tools and instrumentation inventory, weekly attendance in team meetings, and daily attendance in toolbox meetings.

There will also be opportunities to gain knowledge from other groups including Mine Operations, Tailings Operations, Mine Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, and Geotechnical Reporting.

This position is perfect for you if you enjoy the outdoors! Come and make your mark at Albian Sands with the Geotechnical Instrumentation Monitoring team!

Job location: Fort McMurray, AB - Albian Sands

Shift schedule :7 days on, 7 days off, working 12 hours per shift

Term lengths: 12 or 16 months

Term start: May 2027

Safety sensitive position: Yes

Key Accountabilities





Daily performance monitoring of various mine earth structures

Deliver geotechnical measurements utilizing instruments such as: Slope Inclinometers, Vibrating Wire Piezometers, and Shape Accelerometer Arrays

Off-road driving in all weather conditions

Diagnose, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instruments

Collect and perform quality control on geotechnical instrumentation data

What You Bring to The Role:

Currently enrolled or recently graduated in an Engineering Technologist program, Engineering or Geology program in a field related to Mining (Civil, Geological, Geology) from a recognized school

Must be able to carry 20 kg 100m over rough terrain continuously

Highly motivated individual with good leadership and communication/networking skills

Off-road experience is considered an asset

Possess a valid Class 5 Alberta driver's license or equivalent out of province license with a reasonably clean driver abstract A pre-employment drug screening test must be successfully completed

What We Offer

Qualitycamp facilities with multiple amenities available

Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta

Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community





Students may be eligible for relocation assistance pursuant to Canadian Natural's Student Relocation Policy (students will be responsible for finding their own accommodations during the work term)

Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee

All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. This posting will close once a successful candidate has been selected.

About Us

Canadian Natural operates one of the largest Campus Recruitment programs in the country, hiring over 400 students every year. Students hired on with us are made to feel a part of the team, gaining high level experience, knowledge, and training that introduces and prepares them for full-time employment.

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 Benefits

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.

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