Drilling Superintendent

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!As a member of the Drilling Operations team, you will lead the safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of Canadian Natural's drilling programs. Reporting to the Drilling Operations Manager, you will provide operational leadership to drilling engineers, wellsite supervisors, contractors, and service providers to ensure wells are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.This role is responsible for supporting all phases of drilling operations, including planning, execution, performance optimization, cost control, regulatory compliance, contractor management, and post-well reviews. Frequent field visits are required to support wellsite operations, reinforce safety expectations, and drive continuous improvement.Job Location:
CalgaryShift Schedule:
5x2 (Monday to Friday)Safety Sensitive Position:
YesApplication Deadline:
November 4, 2026Key Accountabilities
Supervise up to three drilling rigs across multiple operating areas and provide operational leadership and support to Wellsite Supervisors and drilling teamsEnsure drilling operations are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with approved programs, company standards, and regulatory requirementsPromote a strong safety culture through field engagement, worksite observations, incident reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, environmental, and occupational health and safety requirementsSupport drilling engineers during well planning, program development, risk reviews and execution, and review drilling programs, well designs, AFEs, and operational plans to ensure execution readinessMonitor drilling performance and drilling costs, identify opportunities to reduce NPT, drive operational improvements, review forecasts, and ensure operations remain within approved AFE limitsReview and approve contractor invoices through OpenInvoice, ensure cost accountability and manage contractor and vendor performance related to safety, quality, service delivery, and cost controlParticipate in pre-spud reviews, operational readiness reviews, post-well evaluations, and lessons learned sessions and prepare and communicate end-of-well summaries, performance results, and improvement opportunitiesWhat You Bring to the Role
10+ years of drilling operations experience, including significant rig-site leadership experiencePrevious experience as a Wellsite Supervisor or equivalent operational leadership role and contractor management experienceStrong technical understanding of drilling operations, well control, rig equipment, and drilling best practicesStrong planning, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.Experience managing drilling budgets, AFEs, cost forecasting, and invoice approvals and working knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standardsStrong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence multidisciplinary teams, and a commitment to safety, operational discipline, integrity, and continuous improvementValid Supervisor-Level Well Control Certification (IADC, IWCF, or equivalent)What We Offer
Competitive salary, stock options, company-matched stock savings plan, and annual bonus programRelocation assistance may be available pursuant to Canadian Natural's Relocation Policy100% employer-paid Extended Health, Dental, and Vision BenefitsHealth & Wellness Spending AccountEmployee & Family Assistance ProgramCommunity volunteer opportunitiesAccess to online learning and professional development programsPaid vacation and Summer FridaysWhat We Offer:
Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonusesMay be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural’s Relocation Policy100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision BenefitsHealth & Wellness Spending AccountMultiple volunteer opportunities within the communityEmployee & Family Assistance ProgramAccess to online learning platforms for continuous learning and developmentPaid vacation and time off during summer FridaysCheck out our COMPENSATION & BENEFITS to learn more about what we have to offer!
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