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 drilling and freezing engineer, the refrigeration mechanic utilizes their trade knowledge primarily to assist with the operation of our freeze plants, along with other refrigeration equipment on site. The safe, effective efforts of the tradesperson in this role play an important part in the success of our operation.
In this role, you will:
- Contribute to the safe operation of the freeze plant and its associated equipment.
- Support the field training and mentoring of freeze plant operators.
- Assist with the installation, maintenance, and repair of all refrigeration equipment on site, including the freeze plant, site HVAC, and kitchen refrigeration equipment.
- Help plan, coordinate, and execute freeze plant equipment shutdowns and start-ups.
- Support the preventative maintenance of existing equipment, including utilizing troubleshooting techniques to identify active and potential problems.
- Ensure that new equipment installations comply with relevant regulations.
Required:
- minimum grade 12 diploma or equivalent;
- valid Saskatchewan or interprovincial journeyperson refrigeration mechanic certification;
- currently hold valid Saskatchewan refrigeration engineer certification (TSASK) or able to obtain it within six months
- five years of relevant ammonia-based refrigeration work experience in an industrial setting;
- halocarbon reclamation certification;
- good communication skills and ability to work effectively with others;
- computer literate with good organizational skills;
- excellent safety record; and
- work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.
Recommended:
- greater than 100T ammonia freeze plant experience;
- experience using SAP based maintenance applications such as SIGGA and Bentley; and
- proficient in Microsoft Office/MS365 software.
Conditions of Employment:
- trade verification; and
- pre-employment substance test.
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 and Family Assistance Programs;
- RRSP and RPP matching program;
- career development opportunities; and
- 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 #: 41772
Posted: 15 January 2026
Posting end date: 5 February 2026
Salary: $139,311
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.
