Directional Drilling Well Planner

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 Directional Well Planner to join our Drilling team at Canadian Natural. You will be involved in Canadian directional drilling activities with a focus on supporting execution excellence with timely and accurate directional planning. This role is ideal for individuals with an advanced understanding of directional drilling concepts and software tools, eager to learn and contribute to the planning and operational aspects of drilling projects.

Become a part of one of Canada’s largest independent and active oil and gas drilling groups. Join a group that fosters a fun working environment, and encourages working together, innovative thinking, improving processes, and doing it right!

• Job location: Calgary, Alberta
• Shift schedule: 5x2, 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday
• Safety sensitive: No
• Application deadline: September 3, 2026
   

Key Accountabilities

• Data Entry and database management: Input and maintain accurate data in directional drilling software, primarily Landmark Compass, ensuring databases are up to date. Download and organize information from AccuMap, GeoWiz, and WellView for use in planning and reporting
• Design and optimize directional, horizontal, thermal and multilateral well trajectories, supporting pad layout optimization, target placement, and field development planning
• Perform anti-collision analysis, wellbore positioning assessments, and support trajectory revisions during active drilling operations as required
• Collaborate with Drilling Engineers, Geologists, Reservoir Engineers, Geosteering teams, and Drilling Operations personnel
• Quality Assurance and Compliance: Ensure adherence to directional planning group processes, company standards, industry regulations, and safety protocols in all planning activities
   

What You Bring to the Role

• 5+ years of technical directional planning experience in the oil and gas industry
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Petroleum, Geological, Geomatics, or a related engineering discipline
• P.Eng. designation with APEGA or eligibility for registration is considered an asset
• Strong understanding of wellbore positioning, survey management, and anti-collision practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) AccuMap, COMPASS, Landmark DecisionSpace, or similar trajectory planning software
• software platforms
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to changing project requirements
• Familiarity with Lean and six sigma philosophies, strongly oriented towards process execution
• Alignment with our core values: safety, collaboration, operational discipline, integrity, positivity and continuous learning
   

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
   

Check out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!