Job Category: Chemistry/Lab
Location: Saskatoon
Work Contract: Reg Full-Time (K1)
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
Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to energize a clean-air world. Utilities around the world rely on our nuclear fuel products to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco’s corporate office is based in Saskatoon. We have mining operations and projects in northern Saskatchewan, Kazakhstan, the United States and Australia. We are also a leading supplier of uranium refining, conversion, and fuel manufacturing services from our operations in Ontario.
The Role
As a member of the technical services team, you will provide analytical and process chemistry expertise to Cameco’s operations, projects, and corporate departments. You will assist various stakeholders by utilizing your experience in analytical laboratory operations, radiation and uranium toxicology, and knowledge of the mining industry. You will conduct quality assurance audits for Cameco’s operations and joint venture partners and oversee related safety programs.
In this role, you will:
- Provide assistance and support to Cameco site laboratories in standardizing and improving analytical methods and quality control processes.
- Conduct annual quality assurance audits of Cameco analytical labs in alignment with ISO/IEC 17025.
- Coordinate annual inter-laboratory comparison programs on uranium and radium measurements.
- Travel to various Cameco operations multiple times per year (six to eight trips).
- Manage Cameco safety data sheet program to ensure compliance with provincial and federal regulations. Provide specialist subject matter expertise on chemistry related processes to various departments within Cameco.
Required:
- A master's degree or a higher qualification in chemistry or chemical engineering with a specialization in analytical chemistry
- A minimum of eight years of applicable work experience in an analytical laboratory
- Experience conducting ISO/IEC 17025 compliance audits
- Ability to travel to various Cameco locations multiple times per year
- Equivalent combination of education and work experience considered
- Understanding of mineral and inorganic analysis methods
Recommended:
- Training and certification in conducting ISO/IEC 17025 compliance audits
- An in depth understanding of analytical laboratory quality control fundamentals
- Knowledge and experience in statistical procedures and associated software related to laboratory data analysis and quality control
- Familiarity with performance testing programs and laboratory accreditation under ISO/IEC 17025
- Uranium mining or processing experience
- Leadership experience
- Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems
Conditions of Employment:
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 Relocation costs
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 an equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.
This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus.
Req ID #: 40159
Posted: January 16, 2025
Posting end date: February 13, 2025
Salary Range: $127,000 - $159,000
Safety Sensitive Position
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.
