Alberta Energy Regulator (AER)
Energy
SeniorSubsurfaceGeologist
“Senior Subsurface Geologist at Alberta Energy Regulator (AER). Skills: Subsurface geology, Oil sands geology, Resource appraisal, Geological modeling. Conduct advanced technical subsurface work. Contribute technical expertise through projects”
What You'll Achieve.
Support project delivery; Support technical excellence; Deliver defensible oil sands interpretations; Support integrated understanding; Help establish and apply robust geological workflows; Contribute to geological modelling; Integrate geoscience, engineering, and economic considerations into clear, defensible technical assessments; Strengthen capabilities in sedimentology, facies characterization in core and wireline log suites, natural fracture characterization, subsurface mapping, and sequence stratigraphy; Ensure best practices are consistently applied in subsurface characterization workflows; Lead and oversee development of technically robust geoscience products; Build 3D geological models at multiple scales; Support staff to deliver outputs aligned with branch and enterprise priorities; Analyze and advise on trends, risks, and issues related to energy development across the province
Industry & Context.
Address complex subsurface challenges; Address specific issues encountered
Required travel between Edmonton and Calgary, on an as-needed basis, for in-person meetings and work at the Core Research Centre and/or Mineral Core Research Facility, approximately once per month, Willingness to participate in occasional field mapping and sample collection, including remote fieldwork, All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application, Possess a fully valid class 5 driver’s license along with a positive driving record, Pre-placement Medical required, Need accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10-15 years of and progressive industry experience, M. Sc. or Ph. D. Degree in Geoscience, Professional Geoscientist (P. Geo. ) designation with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA), or eligibility to be registered as such, Deep understanding of oil sands reservoir quality and appraisal, Knowledge of unconventional tight lithology plays, Advanced skills in subsurface characterization and resource appraisal, extensive experience creating cross-sections, geological maps, core descriptions, depositional environment interpretations, petrophysical analysis, knowledge of risk assessment applied to evaluation of petroleum systems, Working knowledge of Kingdom geological software, Accumap, WellCAD and ArcGIS Pro, Proficiency with Petrel, at least one petrophysical evaluation software package, Demonstrated experience with 3D geological models and integrating data, ability to communicate complex geoscience concepts to technical and non-technical audiences, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Collaborative team player with a focus on relationship-building and knowledge sharing and technical mentorship, Required travel between Edmonton and Calgary, on an as-needed basis, Willingness to participate in occasional field mapping and sample collection, legally entitled to work in Canada, Possess a fully valid class 5 driver’s license along with a positive driving record, Pre-placement Medical required
Nice to Have
Experience with Python and machine learning frameworks, Knowledge of X, Proficient in X, Familiar with X, X experience required
What You'll Do.
Conduct advanced technical subsurface work
Contribute technical expertise through projects
Serve as a technical advisor
Advise on and lead complex subsurface projects
Contribute hands-on technical work
Integrate reservoir characterization
Support multiple teams by advising
Apply customized mapping and characterization approaches
Mentor staff across all experience levels
Strengthen capabilities in sedimentology
Ensure best practices are consistently applied
Lead and oversee development of geoscience products
Collaborate with geomodellers to build 3D geological models
Support staff to deliver outputs
Maintain awareness of Alberta’s energy sector activity
Analyze and advise on trends
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Working closely with technical leadership; Collaborating with geomodellers; Collaborative team player; Focus on relationship-building; Knowledge sharing; Technical mentorship
Communication Scope
Ability to communicate complex geoscience concepts to technical and non-technical audiences; Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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