Job Category: Site Services
Location: Cigar Lake
Work Contract: Temp Full-Time (K3)
At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.
About Us
Cigar Lake, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s highest-grade uranium mine. The uranium produced at Cigar Lake is used for nuclear fuel products, which utilities around the world rely on to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to energize a clean-air world.
The Role
Reporting to the batch plant services supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible to operate the batch plant and its associated equipment along with all the waste management equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Please note this is a six-month temporary position.
In this role, you will:
- Operate a variety of mobile equipment to support batching of concrete to service the needs of the mine.
- Demonstrate safety leadership and comply with company safety policies, complete daily operator care rounds and preventative maintenance on equipment, and ensure proper daily machine startup, operation, and shutdown procedures
- Assist in training and monitoring junior operators
Required:
- Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent
- At least five (5) years of progressive experience in an industrial environment, and/or experience in a concrete batch plant (batching, handling, delivering concrete)
- Equivalent combination of education and work experience considered
- Experience with concrete, construction and heavy equipment
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license
- Willingness to perform manual labour as required
- Safety-oriented team player with excellent communication and organizational skills
- Must be proficient with using computers, including the Microsoft Office suite and handheld devices
- Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft
Recommended:
- Mechanically inclined (knowledge of equipment and hand tools)
- Previous lead hand or supervisory experience
- ACI (American Concrete Institute) Certification
- Valid Class 1A driver’s license
- SAP experience
Conditions of Employment:
- Pre-employment Substance Test
- Class 5 driver’s license
Cameco is proud to offer a competitive total reward package which includes:
- Competitive compensation program with base and variable pay
- Flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan with a health spending and personal spending account
- Fixed benefits including employee and dependant life, AD&D, disability benefits and paid vacation leave
- Employee & Family Assistance Programs
- RRSP and RPP matching program Career development opportunities
Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.
Req ID #: 40586
Posted: December 10, 2024
Posting end date: December 31, 2024
Salary: $104,862
Applicants will be considered for a level within the job progression, which is appropriate to their qualifications.
Safety Sensitive Site
Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN)
The physical and psychological safety of our employee’s is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.
