Surface Landman : Canadian Natural Resources · Calgary · Closes Wed, Nov 11

Alberta; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Stock options

Health benefits

Wellness account

Volunteer opportunities

EAP

Job summary

Canadian Natural is seeking a driven Landman to support the Grande Prairie portfolio. The role focuses on land access for wells, pipelines, and facilities, and requires negotiations, community consultation, and strong stakeholder relations with Indigenous communities.

The position offers growth, autonomy, and the opportunity to contribute to project development while representing the company in community and government forums.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of direct or related experience with relevant post-secondary education.
• Alberta Land Agent License required.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license is required.
• Experience in planning, organizing, and implementing strategies, programs and activities would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage land access for wellsites, pipelines and facilities including negotiations for land dealings and the acquisition of rights for surveying, wellsites, pipelines and facilities.
• Oversee contract formulation and interpretation for land acquisition and maintain necessary files and reports relevant to company owned and leased properties.
• Develop positive working relationships with Indigenous communities near our operations.
• Work with Geophysical Operations on community consultation and government permits.
• Coordinate and manage positive relations with all stakeholders, including managing participant involvement and public consultation programs.
• Provide direction for area Surface Land Administrators on acquisition status and registration.

Skills

Land negotiations

Stakeholder relations

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Education

Post-secondary education

Alberta Land Agent License

Driver's license

Job description

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! We are looking for a driven, motivated professional with a strong work ethic to join the Surface Land Team in the Grande Prairie area. This role requires sound judgement and good negotiation skills as you will be responsible for a broad portfolio including surface rights acquisitions and community and government relations and consultation. You will have the exciting opportunity to highlight your communication skills as you represent Canadian Natural at community, industry committee, government and Land and Property Rights Tribunal hearings.

As a highly organized individual, you will find significant potential for career growth and progressive autonomy in this role as you add value to the team while learning and building your Landman skillset.

• Job location:Grande Prairie, Alberta
• Shift schedule:5 x 2, 8-hour shifts
• Safety sensitive position:Yes
• Application deadline:November 10, 2026

Key Accountabilities:

• Coordinate and manage land access for wellsites, pipelines and facilities including negotiations for land dealings and the acquisition of rights for surveying, wellsites, pipelines and facilities
• Oversee contract formulation and interpretation for land acquisition and maintain necessary files and reports relevant to company owned and leased properties
• Develop positive working relationships with Indigenous communities near our operations
• Work with Geophysical Operations on community consultation and government permits
• Coordinate and manage positive relations with all stakeholders, including managing participant involvement and public consultation programs
• Provide direction for area Surface Land Administrators on acquisition status and registration

What You Bring to the Role:

• Minimum 2 years of direct or related experience with relevant post-secondary education.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license is required
• Experience in planning, organizing, and implementing strategies, programs and activities would be an asset
• Alberta Land Agent License
• Commissioner for Oaths

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