Job Category: SHREQ
Location: Cigar Lake
Work Contract: Temp Full-Time (K3)
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
As a member of the Cigar Lake safety, health, environment and quality group, this role is primarily responsible for carrying out environmental compliance monitoring activities. This role also includes duties related to wildlife management, site inspections, and assisting in the response to environment-related events. The environment technician will also play a significant role in providing training and information to employees on environmental issues and related aspects of the operation. This is a nine-month temporary position.
In this role, you will:
- Collect, prepare, and ship environmental samples.
- Perform data entry and synthesis.
- Prepare reports related to department activity.
- Conduct site environmental inspections.
- Assist with wildlife management activities and programs.
- Support the response to environmental emergency events on site.
Required:
- environmental monitoring technician certificate or diploma in a related field;
- minimum of six months of relevant work experience;
- equivalent combination of education and work experience considered;
- valid class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent)
- excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, as well as problem-solving abilities; and
- work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.
Recommended:
- an understanding of the relevant governing acts, procedures, and policies;
- field experience, including operation and maintenance of boats, snowmobiles, and all-terrain vehicles, along with any required operator training/certification; and
- computer experience, including data entry, database, and MS Office.
Conditions of Employment:
- 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; and career development opportunities.
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 #: 41963
Posted: 19 March 2026
Posting end date: 9 April 2026
Salary Range: $80,170 - $115,680
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.
