Hydrogeologist

About this opportunity:

In this role you will provide technical support to Cenovus’s western Canada upstream and downstream operations on water issues, with focus on groundwater. This includes water source and disposal development and management; groundwater characterization, risk assessment, and monitoring; water management planning; and, water policy assessment. This role requires liaison with internal and external partners. You will perform technical work and at times manage third party experts. Strong technical skills, flexibility, communication, and collaboration are key!

What you’ll do:

• Provide hydrogeological expertise for drilling, completions, production (conventional and in situ oil sands) and refining activities to support regulatory compliance and the protection of freshwater resources, primarily in Western Canada

• Complete technical work in support of the development and operation of deep aquifer groundwater supply and disposal

• Complete and/or manage hydrogeologic assessments for regulatory applications, groundwater monitoring programs and groundwater investigations

• Characterize, assess, and manage groundwater risk from surface and subsurface activities

• Oversee domestic water well investigations

• Develop water management plans for operations in support of Cenovus's water security and water stewardship initiatives

Who you are:

Our ideal candidate will have the following minimum requirements:

• Legally authorized to work in Canada

• Bachelor of Science in Geology/Earth Sciences or Geological/Environmental Engineering

• Registered as a P.Geo. or P.Eng. with APEGA

• 4+ years hydrogeology experience (desktop and field)

• Current with Alberta water-related regulations and industry best practices

• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills

• Familiar with petroleum industry operations

• Skills specific to geologic mapping, groundwater modelling, and/or hydrogeochemistry is considered an asset

• A combination of experience and education may be considered

Note: The application deadline for this position is 11:59 PM MT November 8, 2024.

If you require accessibility assistance to complete the on-line application or otherwise apply for an open position with Cenovus, its subsidiaries and affiliates, please email careeropportunities@cenovus.com.

Internal candidates that are currently in a lower grade will be assessed based on their sustained job performance, how they demonstrate the expected organizational competency behaviors and values and in discussions with their current leader prior to determining next steps.

Who we are:

We’re an integrated energy company headquartered in Calgary with oil and natural gas production operations in Canada and the Asia Pacific region, and upgrading, refining and marketing operations in Canada and the United States. We’re committed to maximizing value by developing our assets in a safe, responsible and cost-efficient manner, integrating environmental, social and governance considerations into our business plans.

We've been named a Top Alberta Employer for 2024, a designation recognizing organizations leading their industries in offering exceptional places to work.

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At Cenovus, we embrace diversity of thought, experience and backgrounds to help us make better business decisions, address our challenges, seize opportunities and unlock innovative solutions. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel respected, valued and engaged. We strive for a collaborative, physically and psychologically safe environment where you can be yourself, feel a sense of belonging and thrive. For more information, including details on our inclusion and diversity networks, visit Cenovus.com.

The requirements of this posting may be modified to support business needs. Title and compensation administration will be based on the skills and capabilities of the successful incumbent.

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