This position will primarily be responsible for providing accurate geological information to the mine planning, geotechnical engineering, and mine/plant operations groups of the Horizon Oil Sands Project. As a team member of the Mine Geology group, the geologist will participate in a broad range of geological disciplines.
Specific accountabilities include but are not limited to:
-Conduct detailed geological interpretations and mapping of the Cretaceous and Pleistocene deposits within the Horizon Project leases.
-Create distribution maps and graphs to communicate critical oil sand properties and geology for mine planning/operations, tailings planning and bitumen production operations.
-Work with the geotechnical group and overburden removal contractor to assist with material classifications and construction utilization.
-Set up and manage QA/QC programs for the various analyses of oil sand samples from annual exploration programs.
-Assist with the planning and implementation of on site geological investigations as required to advance the development of the Horizon Project and improve the geological model and overall operations.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
-A degree in Geo-Sciences plus experience in sedimentary geology, preferably in Oil Sands.
-Previous mining experience would be an asset.
-Familiarity with the geology of the Athabasca Region an asset.
-Mapping, database, GIS and/or geological modeling skills would be an asset.
-Must be a self-starter with a strong ability to work with minimal supervision and to meet tight, short duration project deadlines.
Corporate Relocation Assistance provided and includes:
- Home finding, moving services and expenses, relocation allowance of up to 3 months salary
- Legal and Real Estate fees on sale and purchase
- Living Choices - until December 31, 2012 company assistance for rental and/or home ownership in Fort McMurray
Compensation:
Canadian Natural offers a competitive compensation package comprised of the following:
- Base salary
- Stock options upon hire
- Annual compensation review (performance bonus, stock option grant, share bonus - Grant and salary adjustment)
- The industry’s most generous stock savings plan
- This position is also eligible for the Horizon Long Term Incentive plan
- Fully paid company benefits
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