Job Category: Trades
Location: Cigar Lake
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
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 power a secure energy future.
The Role
Reporting to the general supervisor, maintenance, you will be responsible for leading a team of underground industrial mechanics in a way that sustainably maximizes the use of assets. You will ensure processes are followed, and work with your team to make improvements as opportunities are identified.
In this role, you will:
- Oversee, coach, and develop a team of tradespeople in the maintenance of mine process equipment, including pumps and piping systems;
- Ensure that planned and ad hoc maintenance activities are carried out in an efficient and responsive manner;
- Assist with other supervisors and departments to achieve common goals, as required;
- Play an active role in operational reliability and asset health; and
- Participate in predictive, preventative, and condition-based maintenance.
Required:
- Valid Saskatchewan or interprovincial journeyperson industrial mechanic certification or a technical diploma in a related mechanical discipline
- 10 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent
- Equivalent combination of education and work experience considered
- Three years’ minimum working in an underground mining environment
- Able to obtain a Saskatchewan supervisors’ certificate and first aid certificate
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft
Recommended:
- Previous maintenance experience with underground production equipment
- Experience using SAP-based maintenance applications
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 equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.
This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus.
Req ID #: 41615
Posted: 13 November 2025
Posting end date: 4 December 2025
Salary Range: $119,720 - $149,650
Safety Sensitive Site
Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN).
The Cigar Lake operation is located in northern Saskatchewan and operates on a two week on/two week off rotational schedule. Employees commute to the site by aircraft from designated locations in Saskatchewan.
The physical and psychological safety of our employees 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.
