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
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
We are looking for a motivated individual to join the maintenance team at our Cigar Lake operation. Reporting to the supervisor, maintenance, your duties will take you to varied locations on surface as you help to ensure that the equipment needed to support our safe production goals are functioning reliably and efficiently.
In this role, you will:
- Work primarily on surface, though some underground work may be required.
- Perform predictive and preventative maintenance checks on a regular basis to ensure safe and reliable production.
- Complete repairs and overhauls on equipment, pumps, and piping systems on surface.
- Perform basic welding, as required.
- Troubleshoot equipment failures and document repairs.
Required:
- grade 12 diploma or equivalent;
- valid Saskatchewan or inter-provincial journeyperson industrial mechanic certification;
- three to five years of industrial experience;
- ability to work both independently and in a team environment;
- team player with good communication skills;
- excellent safety record; and
- work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.
Recommended:
- familiarity with computerized maintenance tracking using SAP; and
- previous underground maintenance experience.
Conditions of Employment:
- pre-employment substance test; and
- trade verification.
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.
Req ID #: 41788
Posted: January 22, 2026
Posting end date: February 12, 2026
Salary Range: $139,311-$139,311
Safety Sensitive Site
Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN).
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.
