Job Category: Mining
Location: McArthur River
Work Contract: Temp or Regular Full-Time
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About Us
McArthur River - McArthur River, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s largest high-grade uranium mine. The uranium produced at McArthur River 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.
Position and Responsibilities
- Operate Atlas Copco Raisebore drills (53R) and Cubex Scorpion drills (and all associated equipment).
- Co-ordinate set-up, teardown, and placements of Atlas Copco Raisebore Drills (53R) and Cubex Scorpion drills.
- Assist in the installation and removal of bits and reamers.
- Assist with Longhole stope blasting activities.
- Oversee training and safety of Raisebore personnel at second and third levels of progression.
Education and Qualifications
Requirements of the position:
- Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent
- Minimum of five years of relevant work experience as a Raisebore operator or Longhole drill operator in a mining environment
- Minimum of five years underground work experience
- Strong organizational, problem solving and communication skills
- Rotating day shift/night shift schedule
- Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft
Assets:
- Experience in Longhole Drilling and Blasting
- Ability to obtain a Saskatchewan blasting certificate
- Mine rescue experience
- Ability to operate small pieces of equipment (Skid steer)
Conditions of Employment
Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN)
Temporary and Full-time opportunities may be available.
This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus.
Safety Sensitive Site
Req ID #: 40610
Rate per hour: $61.72
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 involve work at Safety Sensitive Sites or in 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.
Vacancies identified within a unionized work location will be governed by the respective collective bargaining agreement. In cases where a job opportunity exists, senior qualified employees shall be entitled to preference.
