Drilling Technician Student

Canadian NaturalCalgary, AB
Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level drilling operations support role focused on regulatory compliance, well licensing, drilling reporting, and exposure to industry software used by drilling teams. The opportunity is for a student looking for an exciting opportunity that is full of meaningful, diverse, and ambitious assignments working alongside industry leading professionals. Build on classroom knowledge through working with and learning from experienced industry professionals at one of Canada’s largest independent oil and gas producers. Join a company culture that fosters a fun working environment, developing meaningful relationships, and doing it right!

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in either the Bachelor of Applied Technology - Petroleum Engineering or Petroleum Engineering Technology program at SAIT
  • Attention to detail, organized, collaborative, and thrives in a fast-paced environment
  • All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

Responsibilities

  • Entry-level drilling operations support role focused on regulatory compliance, well licensing, drilling reporting, and exposure to industry software used by drilling teams.
  • Support the Drill Tech team through Understanding of Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) requirements and directives, particularly: Directive 056 (Energy Development Applications and Schedules), Directive 008 (Surface Casing Depth Requirements), Directive 059 (Well Drilling and Completion Data Filing Requirements)
  • Acquire hands-on experience with several widely used industry software programs including Wellview, Accumap, Power BI and Tableau
  • Gain exposure to all aspects of Drilling including reporting including Well Licensing, Well License Amendments, Concurrent Ops Plan, AFE’s, Daily Drilling Reports, As Drilled Survey, Off set reviews, E-filing, End of well Submissions

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Paid time off during Christmas week
  • Summer Fridays in July and August
  • Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
  • Students may be eligible for relocation assistance pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Student Relocation Policy
  • Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee
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