The Opportunity Canadian Natural is seeking a well‑rounded intermediate to senior Thermal Geologist with strong technical and communication skills to join our Thermal Exploration team. This role offers the opportunity to support active operations and future development by delivering high‑quality, integrated geological interpretations across our thermal bitumen assets. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate, optimize, and progress SAGD, CSS, and steam flood opportunities within Canadian Natural’s Thermal portfolio, including Mc Murray and Clearwater assets. Your work will directly support reservoir performance, development planning, and long‑term growth across producing and emerging thermal projects.
Job location: Calgary, Alberta
Shift schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts
Safety-sensitive position: No
Application deadline: November 6, 2026
Key Accountabilities Work in a team environment to identify, evaluate, and progress SAGD, CSS, and steam flood development and growth opportunities within producing properties and future thermal developments
Generate high ‑ quality geological interpretations using core, image logs, wireline logs, and other subsurface data
Collaborate with Geologists, Petrophysicists, Geophysicists, Geomodellers, and Engineers to build and maintain 3 D geological models that support thermal development planning




Support the planning and execution of horizontal well drilling programs, including thermal producer and injector well pairs, stratigraphic wells, and observation wells
Integrate geological interpretations with production and surveillance data to optimize existing thermal wells and identify optimization and workover opportunities
What You Bring To The Role 4+ years of Canadian petroleum geology experience with a Bachelor of Science in Geology (an advanced degree (M. Sc. or Ph. D.) is considered an asset but not required)
Registration (or eligibility for registration) with APEGA is required
Proven problem‑solving, communication, organizational, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, collaborative setting
Solid understanding of Mannville stratigraphy and fluvial to estuarine depositional environments relevant to thermal bitumen development
Experience or demonstrated interest in horizontal well planning and drilling support
Proficiency with subsurface interpretation software such as Petrel, Geographix, and Accu Map, along with strong Microsoft Office 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

📌 Area geologist (Calgary)
🏢 Canadian Natural Resources
📍 Calgary