Environmental Reclamation Student

2 months ago

Fort McMurray Alberta TP, Fort McMurray region, Canada Canadian Natural Resources Limited Full time

The Opportunity:

Are you a student looking for an exciting opportunity that is full of meaningful, diverse, and ambitious assignments working alongside industry leading professionals? Canadian Natural Oil sands site is a world-class operation offering countless opportunities to advance your environmental career in an atmosphere where teamwork, innovation and your expertise are valued. You can contribute to the success of oil sands operations using industry-leading techniques.

As part of this role, you will actively monitor reclamation operations and conduct field surveys, utilizing cutting-edge electronic data collection methods. Moreover, you will collaborate with the Environment team, supporting them in the monitoring of wildlife, surface and ground water, and the eradication of noxious weeds. This position primarily focuses on fieldwork, providing you with valuable hands-on experience.

  • Term length: 4 or 8 months
  • Term start: May 2025
  • Job location: Fort McMurray, AB - Horizon or Albian Oil Sands Site
  • Company sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out: Yes (from Calgary or Edmonton)
  • Shift schedule: 4 x 3 - 10 hours (Monday - Thursday)
  • Safety sensitive position: Yes

Key Accountabilities:

  • Collect soil samples and reclamation placement data utilizing electronic data collection methods
  • Survey reclamation areas and areas of disturbance for appropriate tracking
  • Collect pre-soil salvage surveys (ground truthing) data and interpret results
  • Collect vegetation data on previously revegetated reclamation areas
  • Monitor revegetation activities such as seeding, harrowing, tree/shrub planting
  • Assist Reclamation Soils and Vegetation Specialist in the preparation and organizing of soils and vegetation data for annual and quarterly reporting
  • Utilize ArcGIS remote applications such as Field Maps and Survey 123
  • Establish control of noxious weeds via weed monitoring and removal and conduct wetland monitoring activities
  • Conduct surface water and ground water monitoring activities
  • Collect wildlife fieldwork data, may include downloading wildlife cameras
  • Ensure the adherence to safety regulations both for yourself and your team members
  • Assist with the generation of supporting data and forms for regulatory application submissions, reports and publications

What You Bring to The Role:

  • Currently enrolled in your 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year or Master program of Land Reclamation, Forestry, Environmental, Biology, or Natural Science Program
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean drivers abstract
  • Physically able to handle the rigors of field work
  • Previous experience in completing reclamation field work is an asset
  • Previous ATV and/or watercraft experience considered an asset
  • Experience using ArcGIS collector considered an asset
  • Previous reclamation or Oil Sands experience considered an asset

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary
  • Quality camp facilities with multiple amenities available
  • Company Sponsored Fly-In/Fly-Out from Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta
  • May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy
  • 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

If you are interested in this exciting student work term opportunity, please include your resume, cover letter and unofficial transcripts as part of your online application.

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS overview to see what we have to offer

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.

We are proud to share that Canadian Natural has been ranked as a Top Employer for 2023 & 2024 by Canada's Future Workforce.

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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