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Surface Land Administrator

  • Calgary, AB
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 8, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Lead · 10+ years
Minimum education
High school
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The Surface Land Administrator will manage surface land records, process rental payments, and ensure compliance with Alberta land legislation for capital projects. They will collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain accurate documentation and support land acquisition and divestiture projects.

Job details

Conifer Energy is a sustainability-focused energy company, which utilizes a synthesis of conventional systems and novel industrial processes to deliver increased carbon, waste and energy-efficiency in hydrocarbon extraction, refining and end-use. We are recruiting for permanent full-time experienced Surface Land Administrator. This role supports the Land Department by ensuring efficient, accurate, and compliant day-to-day operations, while maintaining surface land records for capital projects and base asset management. The position involves collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders and requires strong communication skills, along with a solid understanding of Alberta Crown and Freehold land legislation and processes. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Review, process and track third party crossing and road use agreement requests Process monthly surface lease annual rental payments (run reports and reconciliation) and rent review notice letters Process documentation for execution, distribution and any required payments Preparation of surface land documentation for acquisition and divestiture projects, including the timely and accurate input into Surface Land database (CS Explorer) Assist with requirements for Alberta Crown disposition renewals, amendments and related inquiries in a timely manner (OneStop submissions and associated inputs) Maintain accurate and organized records and documentation, this includes physical files, digital files and updating the land system (CS Explorer) Liase with and support Land and other department team members as required Ensure timely processing of landowner and other payments Prepare, execute and submit Land title registrations ensuring accuracy and attention to detail and accurate file records Support special projects and perform additional duties as assigned or required QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum 8 years proven and strong industry related experience in surface land administration, analysis and execution in both Crown and Freehold land in Alberta in relation to new capital projects, existing operations, environment/reclamation, acquisitions and divestitures. A good working knowledge of Alberta legislation and administrative procedures (Public Lands Act, Regulations and Directives (D56) Post-secondary education in surface land administration, business or a similar related field. is an asset Proficiency in using CS Explorer, AbaData, Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Sharepoint and Teams) Strong working knowledge of AER OneStop, ETS, DDS, SPIN II Familiarity and experience with AFE Navigator and Open Invoice is an asset SKILLS AND PERSONAL COMPETENCIES: Self-directed, organized, attention to detail, strong work ethic Innovative, personable and enjoy working in a dynamic team-oriented environment Effective interpersonal and written communication skills, highly collaborative, good problem-solving ability and workflow time management, networking with peers Flexibility and adaptability as may be required to accommodate priority projects Conifer Energy Inc. provides a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive earnings, health and wellness benefits, RRSP company matching and more. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Surface Land Administrator will manage surface land records, process rental payments, and ensure compliance with Alberta land legislation for capital projects. They will collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain accurate documentation and support land acquisition and divestiture projects.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 8 years of industry-related experience in surface land administration within Alberta. Proficiency in land management software such as CS Explorer and knowledge of AER regulatory processes are required.

Benefits

  • Health and wellness benefits
  • RRSP company matching

Listed skills

  • Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
  • Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Surface land administration
  • Crown land legislation
  • Freehold land legislation
  • CS Explorer
  • AbaData
  • AER OneStop
  • ETS
  • DDS
  • SPIN II
  • AFE Navigator
  • Open Invoice
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Land title registrations
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Data reconciliation
  • Communication
  • Microsoft 365
  • Workflow Management
  • Self-Discipline
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Land Records
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Mergers And Acquisitions
  • Adaptability
  • Asset Management
  • Reconciliation
  • Divestitures
  • Innovation
  • Invoicing
  • Problem Solving
  • Land Administration
  • Legislation
  • Operations
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Time Management
  • Team Oriented
  • Industrial Processes
  • Detail Oriented

Job areas

  • Energy
  • Administrative
  • Environmental & Sustainability
  • Legal
  • Surface Landman
  • Regional Planner
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  • Urban and Regional Planners

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