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! As member of the Corporate Environment team, you will support the delivery and the effective planning of Canadian Natural’s liability closure programs, including well abandonments, reclamation and remediation activities.
Working closely with the Area Asset teams and the Asset Retirement team, the Corporate Environment team focuses on informing high-level closure planning that meets regulatory objectives. You will work together with provincial and federal government staff and regulators to inform and ensure an effective and efficient regulatory framework that supports shared objectives of quality and cost-effective closure of inactive sites.
- Job location: Calgary, Alberta
- Shift schedule: 5 x 2, 8-hour shifts
- Safety sensitive position: No
- Application deadline: October 20, 2026
Key Accountabilities:
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and senior leadership to develop advocacy positions, provide strategic guidance, and respond to information requests related to liability reduction commitments, regulatory requirements, and land stewardship objectives
- Represent Canadian Natural on industry and multi-stakeholder committees, advocating on matters related to abandonment, decommissioning, reclamation, liability reduction, and species-at-risk initiatives
- Model and evaluate liability management scenarios using existing databases, focusing on liability reduction through abandonment, decommissioning, reclamation, and operational footprint reduction initiatives
- Assess the impacts of regulatory requirements and land use plans and develop liability reduction strategies to support closure targets and ensure compliance across Canadian Natural’s operations
- Communicate liability management requirements across internal teams, ensuring alignment, accountability, and effective tracking of regulatory commitments and performance metrics
What You Bring to the Role:
- Minimum 7-10 years of progressive experience in the oil and gas industry, supported by a degree or diploma in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resource Management, or a related discipline
- Strong knowledge of provincial and federal regulations related to liability management, with experience in oil, natural gas, and oil sands operations considered an asset
- Proven ability to build relationships, communicate effectively, and collaborate with stakeholders across all levels of the organization and external industry groups
- Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to assess complex issues, model and interpret data, and support strategic decision-making.
- Experience with geographic information systems (GIS), database management, and other data management tools and methodologies is considered a strong asset
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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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 Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.
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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.