Job Category: Trades
Location: Cobourg, ON
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.
This is an excellent opportunity for a long-term career in the nuclear manufacturing industry! We are currently looking for a safety conscious, highly motivated, creative and reliable Millwright to join our Technical Services Team!
Position and Responsibilities
Located in the Cobourg plant and reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the position typically involves the following activities:
- Safely troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair industrial equipment to minimize downtime and support continuous operations.
- Perform planned preventive and predictive maintenance on a variety of plant equipment.
- Improve equipment reliability and overall effectiveness through timely maintenance interventions.
- Accurately document all maintenance activities including labour, parts, and materials in the SAP asset management system.
- Identify and communicate opportunities to enhance equipment performance and operational efficiency.
- Support a 24/7 production environment by participating in scheduled maintenance and responding to occasional emergency calls.
- Work a rotating 3-shift schedule to ensure coverage across all operating hours.
Education and Qualifications
- Valid Ontario (433A) Industrial Mechanic Millwright Certificate of Qualification or Interprovincial Red Seal License
- Completion of Apprenticeship as a millwright with relevant work experience or five years of relevant work experience as a Licensed Millwright.
Assets:
- Proficient welding skills (Mig, Tig, Arc)
- Computer / SAP skills
- Experience working with and troubleshooting Electrical controls.
- Understanding and experience with HVAC systems.
- Troubleshooting industrial appliances such as janitorial and laundry equipment.
- Experience servicing and troubleshooting industrial air compressors.
- Plumbing / Piping experience with copper, iron, stainless and PVC.
- Experience working with powered lift trucks and mobile equipment.
This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus.
Conditions of Employment:
- Pre-employment substance test
- Criminal Background Check
Cameco is proud to offer a competitive total reward package which includes
- 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
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 # 41939
Competition number: CFM 26-06
Posted: March 2, 2026
Posting end date: March 16, 2026
Salary Range: $78,930.00 - $98,660.00
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.
